After studying law, I found myself drawn to a different path — one shaped by art, culture, craftsmanship, and a curiosity for the many ways people live, create, and find meaning.

Over the years, this curiosity led me through contemporary art, cultural projects, and creative communities, while deepening my appreciation for the objects, traditions, and rituals that quietly accompany everyday life.

Sauca grew from this journey. Inspired by traditional craftsmanship and my own cultural heritage, I developed a contemporary interpretation of the traditional oil lamp, bringing new life to an object that was slowly disappearing from everyday use.

Today, Sauca remains a reflection of the things I value most: simplicity, craftsmanship, cultural memory, and the beauty found in slowing down and paying attention.

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