Inspired by: Vanessa Barragão
Vanessa Barragão’s textile art is deeply rooted in the landscapes that raised her. Born in Albufeira, Portugal, she grew up by the ocean and countryside. These environments continue to shape her vision and passion for craft.
What began as childhood experiments in crochet and drawing evolved into a lifelong dedication to handmade processes, sustainability, and storytelling through textiles. After studying fashion design in Lisbon, Vanessa shifted her focus to ancestral crafts and ecological practices. She eventually opened her own studio in her hometown, where she works full time today.
She transforms recycled materials into lush, sculptural tapestries that reflect coral reefs, ecosystems, and our changing planet. Her work is a reminder of climate change and also a hopeful celebration of nature’s resilience.
Artwork by Vanessa Barragão. View more of their work at www.vanessabarragao.com