Josep Folguera FreeHand

Based in Girona, the city where he was born and still resides, Josep Folguera is a rising name in Spanish pipe making. Though relatively new to the craft, his progress has been remarkable, supported by the guidance of two celebrated Spanish artisans: Segimon Baulenas and Jean Pierre Soler. Having such mentors close at hand has given him a solid foundation from the very beginning.

Pipe making is not his only profession. Josep also works as a physiotherapist and rehabilitation specialist, a background that perhaps explains his precision and attention to detail when shaping each piece. His pipes reflect this dual perspective: firmly rooted in tradition, yet open to fresh ideas and creative touches that give his work a distinctive character.

While his output is still limited, every pipe carries the mark of a thoughtful craftsman striving to blend the discipline of his teachers with his own personal vision.