Featured Artists

Faustino Maldonado (Maldonado Family)

Andes alpaca and wool weavings

The family elder, Faustino struggles to manage his diabetes. He follows a special diet and undergoes ongoing treatment. However, he brings his weaving expertise to the family workshop he founded as a young man. View Collection

The family elder, Faustino struggles to manage his diabetes. He follows a special diet and undergoes... read more

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Abel Rios

Andes tooled leather furniture and decor accents

While waiting for a bus, Abel was hit by a car. In Lima this is an all too common occurrence, and many do not survive. Abel was confined to a wheelchair for a year and relied on his son to deliver his products to Novica during that time. Today he is recovering his mobility. View Collection

While waiting for a bus, Abel was hit by a car. In Lima this is an all too common occurrence, and... read more

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Ruben and Gilda Perez

Central America handcrafted jade jewelry and Maya masks

Ruben and Gilda's youngest son, Brandon Jose, had a seizure when he was one year old which led to serious treatment for four years. When he was eight years old, he developed hyperthyroidism and diabetes, which are both now controlled with treatment. Even with extreme care, their son's condition is very challenging and often requires surgery. Ruben and Gilda couldn't love their children more and face each day with a positive attitude and will to face whatever challenges are thrown their way. They are amazing parents who strive everyday to give their children the best life possible. They work to give Brandon Jose a normal life without limitations. View Collection

Ruben and Gilda's youngest son, Brandon Jose, had a seizure when he was one year old which led to... read more

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Bakti Senang Hati Foundation

Bali and Java

The Bakti Senang Hati Foundation assists persons with disabilities. Living with a disability can be more difficult in Bali than in other places. Bali's Hindu culture carries with it the additional stigma of karma. To be disabled is the physical manifestation of bad karma. Traditionally, the disabled were hidden away and isolation was added to their burden. Attitudes are slowly changing and programs such as the Bakti Senang Hati Foundation teach self-confidence as well as the practical skills that will enable their members to become self-supporting. View Collection

The Bakti Senang Hati Foundation assists persons with disabilities. Living with a disability can be... read more

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Tuniyaton

Bali and Java leather handbags and accessories

In 2014, Tuniyaton contracted meningitis. After three months in a coma she woke with amnesia and was unable to recognize her children or surroundings. It took six months for her to recover. She was left further traumatized by this near-death experience when she learned that she was the only one of the six patients hospitalized with her that survived. Today, she remains positive, focusing on her family and her leather work. View Collection

In 2014, Tuniyaton contracted meningitis. After three months in a coma she woke with amnesia and was... read more

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Pia Zavala

Andes

At 16, Pia survived a violent car crash that smashed her pelvis. She slowly recovered but feared that she would not be able to have children... however, she did have children, and today they are all adults. View Collection

At 16, Pia survived a violent car crash that smashed her pelvis. She slowly recovered but feared... read more

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Nestor Yana

Andes alpaca apparel and throws

Nestor was recently diagnosed with a calcaneal bone spur, a condition is often brought about by repetitive motion. He has been forced to modify his daily routine, however, he continues to design and craft fine alpaca apparel in his workshop. View Collection

Nestor was recently diagnosed with a calcaneal bone spur, a condition is often brought about by... read more

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Marisol Monge

Central America handbags, leather accessories, hand-painted wood crafts and ceramics

When Marisol became a single mother, she found herself overwhelmed with bills and not enough income to support herself and her daughter. At one point she became close to losing her car and her house, leaving her and her daughter homeless. Marisol managed to work extremely hard to overcome this challenge for her little girl. Her determination and love for her daughter got her through the tough times and now she proudly provides for both of them. View Collection

When Marisol became a single mother, she found herself overwhelmed with bills and not enough income... read more

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