MARITIME CRAFTSMANSHIP
A living vessel shaped by generations of local knowledge and skill, the Creative Schooner combines traditional shipbuilding craftsmanship with contemporary artistic vision. Built in Cajaíba, Camamu Bay, it reflects the heritage of its artisans and the sea that surrounds them. Through collaboration between local craftsmen, artists, and international partners, it became a shared space of creation and exchange. Today, it stands as both a vessel for navigation and a cultural bridge between Bahia and the wider world.
The creation of the Creative Schooner is rooted in the deep traditions of local naval craftsmanship. Built in the shipyard of Cajaíba, in the heart of Camamu Bay, the vessel carries within it the knowledge, patience, and dedication of skilled artisans whose techniques have been passed down through generations. Each plank, curve, and joint reflects a living heritage—shaped not only by tools, but by stories, experience, and an intimate understanding of the sea.
Conceived by Bernhard Bub, director of the German theater group antagon theaterAKTion, the schooner was envisioned as far more than a boat. It is a floating cultural space, where navigation meets artistic expression. In close collaboration with the craftsmen of Cajaíba, this vision took form through a process that honored both traditional boatbuilding methods and contemporary creative needs.
The construction process itself became a cultural encounter. Local shipbuilders, artists, and international collaborators worked side by side, exchanging knowledge and perspectives. This dialogue between cultures and disciplines is embedded in the very structure of the vessel—making it not only a means of travel, but a symbol of connection and shared creation.
Every detail of the schooner reveals the hands that built it. From the carefully shaped wooden hull to the multifunctional interior spaces, the craftsmanship reflects precision, resilience, and beauty. It is a vessel designed to navigate both the physical waters of Bahia and the intangible currents of artistic collaboration.
Today, the Creative Schooner stands as a testament to the power of local craftsmanship in a global context. It honors the artisans of Cajaíba while opening new horizons for cultural exchange—an enduring work of art that continues to inspire all who step aboard.
