S3 Ep.11 - From the UK to the Canals of Venice building boats

In this evocative episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks to Laura Pritchard, a British-born artisan who swapped the foggy landscapes of the UK for the light and tides of Venice. Today, Laura is one of the few women working as a maestra d’ascia, a traditional boatbuilder shaping the iconic vessels of the lagoon with age-old tools and timeless care.Together, they talk about what it means to embrace an ancient craft in a foreign land, how wood and water can become a language of belonging, and the quiet revolution of carving one’s place—literally and metaphorically—in a deeply rooted tradition.It’s a story of reinvention, resilience, and reverence for Venice’s maritime soul.Laura’s journey from the UK to Venice: beginnings, motives, transformationwhat it means to be a maestro d’ascia in a city built on watergender and tradition: carving out space in a male-dominated craftthe relationship between wood, water, and identityhow craftsmanship bridges cultures and generations✨ Credits:Hosted by Monica CesaratoProduced by Monica Cesarato, Sentire MediaGuest: Laura Pritchard📢 Listen & SubscribeIf you love stories of transformation, tradition, and the quiet power of craft, this episode is for you.🎧 Tune in to Venice Talks on your favorite podcast platform—Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google, or wherever you listen.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a voice from the lagoon!