Trainee Testimonies

“Antonio opened his doors to me, teaching me what he knows and encouraging me to take risks. He sat with me to see the way I work and design, giving me new challenges, new ideas, inspiring my creativity. For me, that is the most important thing, finding someone who believes in you and who is willing to pass on their knowledge.”

“From Daniel’s way of working and his creative solutions, you can feel all the passion he has for glass and it is something that he has transmitted to me from day one of the traineeship .”

“The most important thing I have learned is to work quickly and produce series of pieces. Arturo has taught me that repetition is a very good master and the importance of good time management and consistency. This experience has given me the confidence to be independent and taught me how to embrace the challenges of life in a workshop and being a craftsperson.”

Pablo Candela is an architect by training. After several experiences in the architectural world in countries such as Malawi, Indonesia and Mozambique, he became interested in learning the art of cabinet making.

Alba Rosello Marì previously worked in an office and she was looking for a change in direction. Alba had the chance to learn many restoration techniques from Nicolau Baucells including stucco work and using materials such as lime.

Blanca Puerto Rodriguez had completed her degree in conservation and restoration, as a graduate she was looking for her first experience in the professional world. This experience taught Blanca all about the specialised restoration of historic religious decoration.