MAKING
Transforming sound into sculptural ceramics.
Slip casting ceramics in Portugal has a rich history. It has perfected the art of slip casting, a method developped for its precision and versatility.
At the heart of slip casting lies a meticulous process: liquid clay, or slip, is poured into plaster molds, left to set, and then carefully removed to reveal the form.
The allure of slip casting in Portugal extends beyond its craftsmanship; it encapsulates the nation's cultural identity and storied past. From the vibrant azulejos adorning historic buildings to the rustic charm of traditional pottery, ceramics are deeply ingrained in Portuguese culture, serving as a testament to its artistic legacy.
Today, Portugal's slip casting industry continues to thrive, with artisans garnering international acclaim for their exquisite craftsmanship and dedication to preserving a timeless tradition. As they continue to push the boundaries of innovation, Portugal remains a beacon of excellence in the world of ceramics, captivating enthusiasts and collectors alike with its unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship.
SOUNDMADE CERAMICS
Claraval is a unique project that explores new fields of ceramic design by transforming sound into 3D sculptural form.
SOUNDMADE CERAMICS
Experience the beauty
of sound
in 3D
We transform sound into sculptural ceramics.
Claraval is a unique project that explores new fields of ceramic design. We merge the worlds of art and technology, using innovative sound algorithms to shape ceramic forms that captivate the senses.
We craft ceramics that not only reflect the beauty of sound but also push the boundaries of traditional design.
THE MONASTERY COLLECTION
A unique collaboration between the legendary Sónia Tavares and the Monastery of Alcobaça
Sónia Tavares is from Alcobaça, and this has had a huge formative effect on her work and on her life. The magical bringing together of Sónia, the Monastery and Claraval, all with deep roots in Alcobaça, was a unique and symbolic experience and the beginning of our journey.
MIA BENITA
SOMETIMES
AS EACH VESSEL IS CREATED, FORMS GROW UPWARDS AND OUTWARDS, RISING FROM THE BASE AND PROPELLED INTO 3D SPACE BY FREQUENCIES, RYTHMS AND HARMONIES.
THE FINISHED FORM IS A TRUE REFLECTION OF HARMONIC RELATIONSHIPS
The transformation from sound to geometry is achieved through the design of custom algorithms.
each project involves a new developpment, to achieve a true artistic interpretation of the nature of the specific project.
CODING BEAUTY
A FÁBRICA
Located in Alcobaça, Portugal, our factory is a concentration of technical and creative expertise in the crafting of fine ceramics.
Through decades of experience producing some of the most technically chalenging pieces in the field of decorative ceramics and a dedicated team constantly developping new techniques of prototyping, molding, glazing, this was the perfect match to embarque on this new adventure.
The forms produced through the process of transformation of sound are unique in their fluid purity, yet also sophisticated complexity, requiring some of the most advanced techniques and experience in the industry.
The nature of sound, waves, relationships, complex yet connected in ways that obey fundamental laws of nature.
FLUID HARMONY
A
REVOLUTION
IN
FINE
CERAMICS
MADE IN
PORTUGAL
ELEGY/MONASTERY COLLECTION
CLARAVAL
Claraval was founded in 2023, and is based in Alcobaça, Portugal. A union between S. Bernardo, specialist manufacturers of decorative ceramics and Skopelab, specialist in computational audio-reactive design. Our aim is to bring to light new forms by exploring the harmonies and rythmic relationships of sound.
