What do we create?
Our hands and the earth connect at Terra Collective to allow us to create sustainable art for generations. To connect both to the inspiration to connect the ceramics, and also to have unique connections for generations to come.
Terra Collective: A Story Hand-Crafted Over Time
After years of working with ceramics, Telmo brought his passion to life and founded Terra Collective. With skilled hands and a quiet determination, he started shaping pieces that carried both tradition and soul.
Back then, few knew what was coming — just one man, some clay, and a deep love for the craft.
Telmo began selling his work, but the road was far from easy. The economy brought challenges, and there were moments of doubt. Would this path really go on? Could ceramics still find their place in the world?
Still, he kept creating — and slowly, people began to notice. One by one, others who believed in the craft joined him.
Despite the tough years, art found its way through. By now, the team had grown — a small but passionate group of makers, dreamers, and believers.
Together, we started spreading our ceramics across Portugal. Every piece told a story, and every person who joined helped shape the next chapter.
With more hands and hearts involved, we needed more space. So we moved into a new building — full of light, energy, and the sound of creativity.
A place where our workshops could grow, our ovens could stay warm, and our team could keep welcoming new members and ideas.
Today, Terra Collective is more than just ceramics. It’s a family built over time — shaped by clay, connection, and a shared love for handmade art.
And now, we’re ready to share it with the world. From our hands to yours — welcome to Terra Collective.