Hand-Painted Musical Ceramic Sculpture from Peru, "Musical Circle"

This artist is working with some sort of disability ranging from mental or physical and includes conditions such as being handicapped physically, or perhaps having a condition such as autism. This is also awarded to artists that employ other artists with disabilities.

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Dionisio Rojas has received a $200 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.