gifts for artists

Like pre-Hispanic warriors, rustic figures do battle atop a pyramid. This wonderful creation is the work of Armando Ramírez. Queens are fashioned of screws and bearings, kings are cogwheels and metal scraps, while sparkplugs and other castoffs find a new life as sculpture. Combining art and function, Ramírez creates each piece from discarded automobile parts.

"I convey peace with beautiful crystals that reflect the sunlight and illuminate our hearts and souls. Let's look for peace, which is what gives meaning to our lives. Let's be light, not darkness," says Alejandra Paiz, who crafts this one-of-a-kind beaded suncatcher depicting the universal symbol of peace — a dove holding an olive branch.

"This suncatcher represents hope and the desire for a new and peaceful beginning on Earth, made of components associated with purity and spirituality.

"I say a prayer for peace," the Guatemalan artisan continues. "And I ask that we pray it together. 'No more wars. We want peace. May this peace dove reach all the homes of the world.'

"The principles of peace are love, justice and truth. Nothing is more valuable than peace, and it's the basic starting point for humanity to progress. Here I share sensations of peace with the beautiful crystals that reflect the sun's light to illuminate the heart and soul."

The artisan handcrafts this stunning suncatcher from crystal, glass and pewter beads, stainless steel ring and wire, nickel chains and a zinc dove pendant.

"A dove with an olive branch is a symbol of peace recognized virtually in all cultures and countries. It represents hope and our aspirations of achieving a new, peaceful beginning. It is also associated with purity and spirituality," says Alejandra Paiz of this breathtaking suncatcher.

"I say a prayer for peace," the Guatemalan artisan continues. "And I ask that we pray it together. 'No more wars. We want peace. May this peace dove reach all the homes of the world.'

"The principles of peace are love, justice and truth. Nothing is more valuable than peace, and it's the basic starting point for humanity to progress.

"I share sensations of peace with the beautiful crystals that reflect the sun's light to illuminate the heart and soul. We seek that which gives meaning to our lives. Peace. Let's be a source of light instead of darkness."

Alejandra crafts the suncatcher by hand with crystal, glass and pewter beads, stainless steel ring and wire, a nickel chain and a zinc dove pendant.

This Balinese tambourine invites you to play along to your own rhythms. Trisna Dewi hand-carves the semi-circular body of light brown teak wood, adding steel jingles that rattle and chime together.

Golden, silver and copper leaves welcome you to a realm where nature exudes merry sensations. Made to infuse your spaces with harmonious energies that invite you to explore your inner self, Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn's newest steel wall art boasts accents of metallic foil to create a beautiful illusion around an enchanting tree. 

Golden and silver leaves welcome you to a realm where nature has been crowned with a victorious aura. Made to infuse your spaces with tranquil energies that invite you to explore your spiritual side, Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn's newest steel wall art boasts accents of metallic foil to create a dapper illusion around a stunning tree.

Golden, silver and copper leaves welcome you to the miracle of nature, where stunning trees are nurtured by harmonious and wise energies. Made to infuse your spaces with calm energies that invite you to meditate, Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn's newest steel wall art boasts accents of metallic foil to create a bright illusion around an ethereal tree.

Golden and copper leaves welcome you to an enlightened forest where harmonious and wise souls give life to each living creature. Made to infuse your spaces with peaceful energies that invite you to meditation, Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn's newest steel wall art boasts accents of metallic foil to create a luminous illusion around a majestic tree.

Enigmatic fish pave the way to an enchanting aquatic world. Artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn of Thailand works with steel to craft this captivating homage to serene waters, allowing for a hypnotic illusion in this whirlpool-shaped wall art. Koi fish compose the design, boasting golden and silver hues as a symbol of prosperity and wisdom.