Calendar
Our From hands-on workshops and guest talks to communal dinners, film screenings, ateliers, exhibitions and seasonal gatherings, our year-round program will explore regenerative hospitality as a practice of culture, care and connection. Rooted in place and guided by the rhythms of land and community, each gathering is designed to nurture creativity, exchange knowledge and cultivate more meaningful ways of living, hosting and traveling together.
luz di barro
Transform locally sourced Cabo Verdean clay into a beautiful ceramic lamp that brings warmth and character to your home.
During this experience, you'll be guided step by step through the process of designing and handbuilding your own one-of-a-kind table lamp.
mon pikenin: ceramic painting
Our mon pikenin (little hands) sessions welcome children aged 5 to 12 to explore, create, and discover through hands-on workshops inspired by craftsmanship, nature, and imagination.
In Clay Creations, young makers will discover the joy of working with clay through simple handbuilding techniques, shaping and decorating their own ceramic creations using coloured engobes, textures, stamps, and natural tools.
tacinha d'piték
Discover two of Cabo Verde's most celebrated traditions through an evening of clay and grogue.
Hosted in collaboration with Alternativa, this special experience invites you to handcraft your own ceramic cup traditionally used to enjoy grogue, while discovering the story behind Preta Crioula Velho, the newest release from Preta Crioula.
mon pikenin: Clay Creations
Our mon pikenin (little hands) sessions welcome children aged 5 to 12 to explore, create, and discover through hands-on workshops inspired by craftsmanship, nature, and imagination.
In Clay Creations, young makers will discover the joy of working with clay through simple handbuilding techniques, shaping and decorating their own ceramic creations using coloured engobes, textures, stamps, and natural tools.
Ceramics & wine
Slow down and spend an evening of creativity, conversation, and wine.
Choose one or two handmade ceramic pieces created by our studio and make them your own using engobes (colored clay slips), brushes, and decorative techniques.
Slow Sunday: at Kafe Djan Djan
Choose a handmade ceramic piece crafted at our SOLM Atelier in Calhau and make it your own using colourful ceramic glazes while enjoying a relaxed Sunday brunch at Kafé Djan Djan.
mon pikenin: Clay Creations
Our mon pikenin (little hands) sessions welcome children aged 5 to 12 to explore, create, and discover through hands-on workshops inspired by craftsmanship, nature, and imagination.
In Clay Creations, young makers will discover the joy of working with clay through simple handbuilding techniques, shaping and decorating their own ceramic creations using coloured engobes, textures, stamps, and natural tools.
Ceramics Paint & Wine
Slow down and spend an evening of creativity, conversation, and wine.
Choose one or two handmade ceramic pieces created by our studio and make them your own using engobes (colored clay slips), brushes, and decorative techniques.
Introduction to the Wheel
A first introduction to the pottery wheel with resident ceramicist Mariana Bonetto. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing and create your first ceramic pieces. No previous experience is required.
Coffee & Ceramics
WORKSHOP
A morning of clay, coffee and conversation with SAB resident Mariana Bonetto, co-founder of the Barcelona-based studio El Patio. Guests will create ceramic pieces using the “pinch” method and decorate their pieces in the same session.
Evening of Coiling
WORKSHOP
Spend the evening with resident artist Zenaida Teixeira, a master ceramicist and co-founder of the Tras Di Monte Ceramics Cooperative in Santiago, Cabo Verde.
Price: €35 / 3.800 cve
Clay Harvest: KM6
A morning in the field exploring the soils, textures and clay landscapes of São Vicente.
Cost: Free