Part of the Ilha Grande, Brazil Collection

Ilha Grande, Brazil

This Coasters features original artwork from our time in Ilha Grande, Brazil.
Coasters / Visual Study
Ilha Grande, Brazil Study No. 1
Regional Dossier

ILHA GRANDE, BRAZIL | "A Ilha dos Sonhos — The Island of Dreams"

Ilha Grande is the most pristine island in the Atlantic Forest corridor — a 193 square kilometer roadless island off the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro state where the complete absence of motor vehicles, the extraordinary density of the Atlantic Forest covering every hillside to the waterline, and the water color of the transparent bays have made it the most sought-after natural escape in southeastern Brazil. The island was protected from development through most of the 20th century by the presence of a maximum-security prison and a leper colony, and the legacy of that accidental preservation is a landscape of absolute biological completeness that includes wild howler monkeys, nesting sea turtles, and over 200 species of birds in a single 30-kilometer walk along the Pico do Papagaio trail.

The colors are the specific palette of tropical island perfection: the extraordinary emerald and aquamarine of the Lagoa Azul lagoon where the seafloor is visible at 10 meters depth, the deep green of the Atlantic Forest descending to the white sand of Lopes Mendes, and the warm amber of the sunset over the Costa Verde from the Abraão village waterfront as the fishing boats return in the last light.

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Finding the Stillness

It’s hard to put the "vibe" of a place into words, so we put together a few images that we think show the quiet side of Ilha Grande, Brazil. These are the textures and small moments we’ve archived to capture the stillness of this corner of the world.

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Ilha Grande, Brazil / No. 01 via Gilberto Olimpio
As twilight gently settles over Ilha Grande, the calm waters become a peaceful sanctuary where small wooden boats cradle the day's last light. The soft hues of gold and blue on the horizon invite you to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the quiet beauty of the natural world. It is a beautiful reminder that no matter how chaotic life can feel, there is always a place where time slows down and serenity takes over.
Ilha Grande, Brazil visual study 02
Ilha Grande, Brazil / No. 02 via Kauê Lutz
Where the vibrant rainforest meets the untamed Atlantic, a rugged rocky outcrop stands strong against the rhythmic rush of turquoise waves. Mist dances softly across the distant, emerald-covered peaks of Ilha Grande, creating an atmosphere of raw, untouched majesty. It is a place that stirs the soul, urging you to embrace the wild, adventurous beauty of a world completely uninterrupted.
Ilha Grande, Brazil visual study 03
Ilha Grande, Brazil / No. 03 via Hudson Guerrero Michelan
Sunlight dances across a brilliant expanse of turquoise water, where boats rest under a flawless blue sky. Nestled at the foot of lush, emerald mountains, the charming coastal village of Ilha Grande feels like a hidden paradise waiting to be explored. This radiant scene is an open invitation to embrace brighter days, seek out new horizons, and let the warmth of summer fill your spirit with joy.