VISITING TALINA'S STUDIO
Talina is an independent jewelry and accessories brand focused on handcrafted pieces. Unique designs made with wood beads and other materials, developed as a creative artisanal project with a very personal origin story.
It started as Maria's lifelong hobby and love for crafting beads, a pastime where creativity and imagination could flow freely. With no obligations or expectations, it was simply a way for her to create pieces for friends and family, without an immediate goal in mind. Based in Barcelona, her hometown, the pieces are made with a strong focus on authenticity and the nostalgia of her childhood.
I met Maria a couple of years ago as my client while working at my previous job. Through casual conversations, I got to know her project, which was full of color, uniqueness, and personality, and it felt inevitable to follow along with her journey.
From then until now, not only has the product evolved, but Maria's vision has also shaped itself into a clearer path — one rooted in representation and a deeper understanding of what her brand stands for.
Her products represent care and respect for handmade work, with thought and intention placed into every single piece. With an expanded range today, Talina’s collections include earrings, necklaces, belts, hair accessories, and other wearable pieces, all connected through the technique used to create them.
After maintaining an online relationship for some time, I couldn’t help but wonder what a day in her studio would be like. And a couple of days ago, I finally had the opportunity to step into her universe, visiting her studio and getting a closer look at what’s ahead.
Taking the time to understand the project, along with Maria’s point of view and intentions, I left feeling completely inspired and reconnected with presence and meaning. Nowadays, products often lose their value and sense in the constant race toward speed and volume. Everything has to be fast and loud all the time in order to be seen as successful and appealing.
Talina’s journey, however, doesn’t resonate with that logic. It feels authentic and thoughtful, moving forward only in the direction that feels right. Through the collaborations she chooses, the aesthetics she stands for, and the path she has taken, this approach can be felt not only in her space, but also in her actions.
At the moment, during the Christmas season, Talina's studio hosts an installation by Propio, the ongoing collaboration between Talina and Alaire, on view until January 5th. The studio is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5–8 pm, and by appointment during the mornings, where you can experience the pieces in person and take time to observe the installation.
