With a father that is passionate about painting, Joaquim Pombal grew up with the same interest and particularly enjoys investigating different combinations of minerals and metals to achieve unique paint and glaze outcomes. Established since 1985, Joaquim’s studio is one of the largest dedicated to handmade ceramics and painting in Portugal. An eloquent and charismatic individual,Joaquim pushes boundaries by manipulating materials in unconventional ways, seeking beauty in the unexpected.