
B.Craftsman
Handmade leather and canvas goods for photographers.
Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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* | BRL500k Valuation: BRL1.3m | Seed | |
Total Funding | 000k |
B.Craftsman, founded by Nico Batista, is a Brazilian company specializing in handmade leather goods designed primarily for photographers. The product line includes backpacks, bags, camera straps, and other accessories like wallets and computer cases, all crafted with a focus on quality, style, and durability. The company's flagship products are its backpacks, designed to be both functional for carrying camera equipment and stylish for everyday use. Special features include dedicated compartments for laptops and camera gear.
The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its products through its own website. The brand embraces a "slow fashion" philosophy, emphasizing the handmade quality of its items. Founder Nico Batista, who comes from the Baixada Fluminense region of Rio de Janeiro and grew up in a family of entrepreneurs, started the company in 2018. His vision was to solve the practical problem photographers face in finding a perfect bag for their equipment. The company has seen significant growth, with revenue increasing from nearly R$200,000 in 2018 to R$540,000 in 2020. Batista also aims to create social impact through a project to train new artisans, addressing the aging workforce in the craft sector.
Keywords: leather goods, photographer accessories, handmade bags, camera backpacks, slow fashion, artisan products, direct-to-consumer, leather accessories, Brazilian design, handcrafted leather, camera bags, specialty backpacks, Nico Batista