Handcrafted Colonial Leather Wood Chair, "Colonial Honey"

This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.

Moises Alvarez has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $1400. Proceeds were used to stock up on materials for production of his art, such as wood and leather.

This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.

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

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

This artist's work has been featured or recognized in media outlets.