World Sketching Tour

I was born in Lisbon, Portugal. I have a degree in visual design and was a motion designer for 9 years. I’m an observer and I use the visual memory as if it is my compass. When I go out, I prefer to leave my camera at home and bring a notebook to sketch. I don’t have a preference in what I like to draw the most, but I’m often attracted by the picturesque and complex architectural views.

In 2012 I started a World Sketching Tour and since then, this has been my lifestyle. More intense, more for others, more open on how to look and judge. The tour made me get out of routines and safe places, which often leave me numb just seeing life go by slowly. Sketching has aroused my curiosity for “what will it be like on the other side of the mountain?”. It took me 32 years to follow this passion of mine that, at least for now, I can’t live from it, but it feeds my soul more than any job I’ve had until today.