Universatis Kó:wa

Skill (JASKILL Batik Studio Cafe) is a Mozambican artist working between batik, music, and cultural memory—one language expressed through cloth and sound.

Raised in Maputo in a family of batik artists, he learned early that creativity is not decoration; it is survival, identity, and a way to carry stories forward.

Based in Matola, his practice has grown into Green Medicine: a creative healing philosophy built on pallet, rhythm, symbol, and community lift. Through studio-archive batik releases and an independent live circuit across Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, Skill is building more than a body of work—he’s building a youth-facing creative ecosystem rooted in respect and belief: sovereignty, legacy, and possibility.

Skill cofounded the Ponta d’Ouro Studio Ecosystem in 2024.

JASKILL Batik Studio Cafe is a calm, working studio space where batik craft, music and community meet the world. Guests experience tranquil studio atmosphere, view rotating works from UK collection archives, and connect with the Artists, their community, and the living process behind Green Medicine—made by hand, with discipline, and with roots.

This is not a themed café. It’s a living garden studio ecosystem: creative production, cultural respect, and youth-facing mentorship—expressed through cloth, sound, and conversation.

What you’ll find: • Studio-led batik practice and UK’s original collection archive displays • A tropical garden café setting designed for slow attention • Periodic live sessions, listening moments, and studio evenings (as scheduled) • A space that supports youth craft development and empowerment through focused work and respect

Location / Visits Matola, Mozambique — visits and studio hours may vary.

Matola • Machava Arts, dialogue, and meaningful community work

This 2026 empowerment initiative builds local capacities in Batik and visual arts through:

• collaboration between artists and learners

• made-to-order consignment opportunities

• respect for creators with global marketing development

• connection to UK’s wider network (Universatis Kó:wa / Harvard, etc.)

Get involved (3 simple paths):

1. Subscribe for updates and invitations.

2. Share your art: batik, drawing, painting, music, design — message us.

3. Natural materials inquiry: we’re collecting fruit-tree leaves and other natural materials for our herbal tea blends.

Ground rules: This is a space for respect and serious work. If you come with good intent, welcome. If you come for conflict, abuse, or stealing, this isn’t the place.