Ana Sofia Gonçalves. Born in Lisbon, 1979. She is an artist, illustrator, scenographer and teacher.
She received her degree in Painting from FBAUL and the Illustration Course at Ar.Co.
She has exhibited at Trema Gallery and Trindade Gallery. She illustrated the books A princesa que veio da lua, Queres namorar comigo? and Diário de um migrante, and was selected for the biennial Ilustrarte 09. She did the set design for the program É a vida Alvim, on the Q Channel and the shows O meu pai é um Homem-Pássaro and Diário de um migrante.
How long has it been since you last mailed a letter? This Sardine evokes the
nostalgia of a gesture that we’re losing nowadays, while highlighting the
importance of perpetuating our traditions.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
Inspired by the numerous existing lighthouses along the Portuguese coast,
this Sardine refers to the idea of travelling to a distant world, whether real or
imaginary, as well as the eternal return home after its discovery.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
This sardine conveys the festive spirit of a typical Lisbon quarter. Is a window of Alfama full of life, adorned with precept, ready to receive Lisbon festivities, the city’s most colorful nights.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
The “Cacilheira” [Ferryboat] decided to recreate the connection between the two banks of the river Tagus. A whirlwind of going back and forth, on her trips to Trafaria to go to the beach, or in the daily rhythm to go to work between the port of Cacilhas and Cais do Sodré. That’s quite a river!
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
There are a thousand and one ways to cook cod, probably the most typical fare in traditional Portuguese cuisine. This big cod is being prepared for our much-loved recipe of boiled cod with potatoes, cabbage, chickpeas, carrots and eggs. With a good drizzle of olive oil, it will be ready to be served with a suitable red wine.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
Immersed in the diversity of cultures that have always inhabited the Lisbon quarter of Mouraria, one of the most traditional neighborhoods in the city, this sardine maintains its Portuguese identity with its tiles and bush basil pots, so typical of Lisbon.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
Inspired by the typical carts of chestnut sellers who, from the start of October occupy the country's streets, it spreads its special aroma. On 11 November, blessed by the summer sun of Saint Martin, this Saint's day is celebrated with chestnuts soaked in jeropiga (a type of sweet wine) and piquette.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
The Clérigos tower, the most beautiful and tallest bell tower, is one of the ex-libris
of the city of Porto. From the top of its 75 meters, after an athletic climb of 225
steps, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view over the city.
Designer: Ana Sofia Gonçalves
Inspiration, sea air, creativity and joy are the reflection of the houses in Costa Nova. This unique place in the world, full of authenticity and poetry, invites us to life, in the form of a Sardine, to experience a New Coast.