NOVICA World Artisan Day Celebrations
byAround the world, artisans and art lovers celebrated World Artisan Day on April 18 at art fairs, festivals, and at unique smaller events. The…
Guatemala
Julio Molina Seeks the Sea to Help Heal the Earth
byAll humanity comes from nature and we must take care of her. The blue ocean, the golden sand and the peace that comes from…
One Artist’s Harrowing Escape and the Fight to Practice His Art
byNicolás Chavez Sojuel has tales of violence, persecution, assassination and hiding. But this sculptor found a way to channel his stories into his art….
Solace in the simple things after a life of loss
byHis mother was killed in the crossfire of Guatemala’s civil war. He was sexually abused at the age of 11 years old. But this…
How One Artisan Balances Woodworking With Conservation In His Local Forest
byGrowing up in the forests of Chimaltenago, Patricio Coroy was fortunate to play in the dense woodlands. But as he grew older, he noticed…
Making a Mark: Jalapa Girl Jewelsmiths Embody Female Empowerment
byOurs are the hands that create lovely items to sell and we manage our own micro-business. With the profits, we help ourselves and our…
Valentine’s Day Gifts With Unique Flair
byFlowers and candy are classic, but for this Valentine’s Day consider giving that special someone a gift that will last forever. The symbol of…
The mathemetician weaver: Eladio Chiroy makes art from math
byEladio Chiroy speaks about threads with the same expertise as he talks about solving equations with three unknowns. His personal story moves back and…
Weaver of Dreams: The Magic of Mayra Hernandez
by“We suffered not only the grief from my father’s death, we also suffered hunger and sickness… but all of this made me stronger and, thanks to…
The Essential Ingredients for A Spirited Christmas Fiesta
byHow one NOVICA Happiness Project in Guatemala shines a light on love this Christmas season Stars, ornaments, and Mr. and Mrs. Claus: the foundation…