Distinctive Huichol Art Embodies Ancient Culture
Intrigued by the Huinchol art of Mexico? Learn the backstory of the Huichol art mythology and culture from four traditional artisans.
Intrigued by the Huinchol art of Mexico? Learn the backstory of the Huichol art mythology and culture from four traditional artisans.
Vejigantes are a beloved Puerto Rican tradition: vividly-painted and fierce-looking masks, used in the celebrations of Ponce’s Carnival.
Welcome to Salvation Mountain, where we met Leonard Knight, a Vermont native who moved to California to spread his love of Jesus through art.
Folk artisans from around the world share their culture at the annual International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe. Go behind the scenes with this inside look!
Mexican folk artists Jacobo and Maria Angeles of Oaxaca are renowned for their distinctive alebrijes wood carvings. Get the back story here.
Bunad, or Norwegian folk costumes, are more than handcrafted clothes. Learn about the cultural significance of Norway’s traditional dress!
The Puerto Rican santos tradition plays a role in religious worship, family life, community celebrations, and national identity. Click to learn more!
Dive into the Lebanese culture and explore with us the story of the copper art of Ghaleb Ghaleb, and its significance in Islamic art.
Gond art of India is an ancient tribal art form that uses bright colors to bring myths, emotions and community values alive!
Puerto Rican heritage is embodied by the Orta Family of Ponce, a renowned dynasty of carvers of religious folk art known as santos.
Learn about the Puerto Rican tradition of santos from master artisan Pedro Rinaldi of Ponce. He reveals the history of this Puerto Rican folk art.
Explore the Puerto Rican cultural traditions of carved wooden Santos is a religious folk art that is part of the island’s identity.