home wall art

For this design, I chose a symbol of peace in practically all cultures and countries — a dove with an olive branch." says Alejandra Paiz of this delicate and unique beaded suncatcher. "It represents hope and the desire for a new and peaceful beginning on Earth. It's 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.

"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.

"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.

As majestic as the ancient Maya depicted it, the quetzal bird poses for this hand-painted oil portrait—transformed into a key holder by artisan Hugo Pichiya. Merging art with convenience, the Guatemalan artisan creates the piece from cedarwood, which enriches the natural beauty of the impressionist details that compose the bird's image. Three stainless steel hooks allow practicality, while a hanger completes the piece.

Leaping from the Salvadoran region to your home, this adorable frog visits you with an aura of tenderness and good luck. Artisan Sandra Alvarado works with steel to create this lovely wall art, portraying a cute frog in hand-painted green hues for whimsical home decor.

Eastern and Western spiritual beliefs coexist in this fabulous beaded home accent you can hang and display at your favorite spot at home. Designed by Costa Rica's Adriana Gölcher, it is entirely crafted by hand featuring 21 clear crystal beads and seven crystal beads in different colors to represent the seven chakras. The lovely accessory is complemented by a stainless steel pendant of Saint Benedict and comes with a twisted sterling silver wire hanger.

"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.

Add a splash of tropical charm to your home with this playful steel wall accent handcrafted by Sandra Alvarado from El Salvador. The lizard-inspired accessory comes alive with bright colors and intricate hand-painted motifs, reflecting the lively spirit of the region’s wildlife and bringing a touch of whimsy to your decor.

Guatemala's tropical essence lives in this macaw's image, depicted in the oil portrait that decorates this key holder by artisan Hugo Pichiya. Merging art with convenience, the artisan crafts the piece from cedarwood, which enriches the impressionist details that compose the painting. Three stainless steel hooks allow practicality, while a hanger completes the piece.