The Gift that Comes from Misfortune
byFor this Ghanaian artisan, woodcarving may have emerged from life’s pain. But in the process, it transformed his own life, and the lives of…
Artisan Stories
Awudu Quits to Conquer
byI caught up with Awudu at the Arts Centre in Accra on a fine Thursday afternoon. He was busy painting designs on some pieces…
Mask Carver Aziz Dreams of a Craft Training Center
by“When you dream, dream big…” that was the saying on my mind as I listened to Abdul Aziz Mohamadu talking about his career and…
The retablo, when a religious tradition becomes popular art
byRecently, a short documentary published on the Nat Geo webpage put the spotlight on a popular art that has existed only in the Peruvian…
Partnering with NOVICA is our Survival! The story of Jewelry artisan, Sareeyakarn
byFor many Thai artisans, successful partnering with NOVICA encompasses opening new windows of opportunity, engaging with buying customers, and exposure to a worldwide market….
Through her worry dolls, Doña Mary still smiles
byChildren run here and there. With her soft voice, Aura Lopez tries to stop them or explain that they need to give us a…
Preserving Akha Culture – A Noble Challenge!
byOf all hill-tribes located in northern Thailand, the Akha are the most notably expressive and flamboyant with their traditional wardrobe. Tightly woven black and…
Magic through the glass: The Art of Asunta Pelaez
byFor painted glass artisan Asunta Pelaez Ramos, making a success of her workshop was easy. She had the encouragement of her husband and, above…
Víctor Hugo López: Neither the earthquake nor the wars could stop me
byThe problem is that I just can’t be still. I’m like the lathe that cannot stop spinning to give shape to the wood. I’ve…
A Love Story – Rita and Joe
byRita and Joe were busy working on an order from NOVICA when we drove into the lovely spread at the outskirts of Accra. Joe…