Deep in the mountainous villages of Guizhou Province, China, a collective of Miao and Gejia artisans is working to preserve one of the world's most ancient and culturally significant textile traditions—batik indigo dyeing.

Leyvi Garabato Donisabe | Asoc Mujeres del Litoral

Representing the Guna women of Panama, Artesania Nagergiryai upholds one of the world's most intricate and spiritually rich textile traditions—the mola. Each stitch is a testament to centuries of cultural heritage, where colorful layers of fabric form geometric patterns and nature-inspired motifs, telling stories passed down for generations.

GULAMHUSEN UMAR KHATRI

A Living Archive of Zulu Basketry

Despite Myanmar’s ongoing civil conflict, Yoyamay Myanmar’s artisans continue to weave to connect with their roots and pass down these traditions–as they have done for centuries.

For Mahalaxmi Das, Madhubani painting is more than an art form—it is a lifeline, a voice, and a cultural legacy carried forward by the women of Ranti village in Bihar, India. Rooted in the centuries-old traditions of Mithila, her journey into this intricate painting form of folk art began in childhood when she first observed and learned from an elder in her neighborhood.

IOWEYOU

Project Two Mile Papua New Guinea

The KwaZulu-Natal Weavers bring vibrant telephone wire art to IFAM, building bridges between Zulu traditions, South African history, and Santa Fe’s Museum of International Folk Art exhibit, Weaving Meanings.

Pavithra Muddaya and the Vimor Handloom Foundation have been dedicated to preserving and reviving India’s handloom heritage for more than five decades.

In the heart of Osi-Ekiti, Yoruba land, the Arowoogun Traditional Carvers have preserved the legacy of wood carving for five generations. Each piece, crafted through four precise stages, transforms raw wood into sacred objects like Agere bowls, Ibeji figures, and ceremonial masks. Rooted in Yoruba tradition, their work honors deities, ancestors, and the spirit of the craft, connecting artisans and communities to their heritage.

Ngā Toki a Fayne Limited. Discover the story of Fayne Robinson, a master Māori carver from New Zealand, preserving traditional whakairo techniques while mentoring the next generation of artists.

Discover Ololo Diseño Mexicano, where Christian Godoy Rodríguez and Dulce Daniela Ramírez Valle create playful Trompirenas® and cartonería sculptures blending tradition and innovation.

Himalayan Mountain Rugs by The Weavers of Sama from Nepal Tibetan rugs, yak wool weaving, Sama Valley Nepal, traditional Tibetan textiles, handmade rugs, Buddhist motifs, Himalayan artisans, sustainable craft, cultural preservation, IFAM artist stories.

Cirila Aragón Cortés

Through One Thread Collective, Wayúu women are reclaiming agency over their art and their livelihoods. By bridging tradition and innovation, their timeless weaving not only preserves cultural heritage but inspires global appreciation for Indigenous artistry.

The work of Vamika is a bridge between tradition and innovation, preserving Rajasthan’s artistic heritage while offering it to a global audience. Juhi and her team ensure that every creation reflects the timeless beauty of Kalbelia embroidery and its modern possibilities.

Satayam: A Heritage of Rajasthani Textiles

This Himachal Pradesh artisan collective collaborates with the Gaddi tribe, reviving traditional Himalayan wool textiles and cultural motifs.