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A Blog Dedicated To The World Of Folk Art

Here, you'll find stories, insights, and updates about the world of folk art from around the globe. Join us as we celebrate the creativity and traditions of artisans and explore the rich cultural heritage that makes our market unique.

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Diego Muñoz 9/11/25 Diego Muñoz 9/11/25

Bridging Worlds: Folk Art Traditions of Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley

After IFAM 2025, we traveled to Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley, a place where ikat weaving, Rishtan ceramics, and centuries-old traditions still thrive. Meet the master artisans behind these crafts and discover how their stories connect to Santa Fe’s International Folk Art Market.

Diego Muñoz 8/22/25 Diego Muñoz 8/22/25

Creativity Worn with Pride: IFAM 2025 Volunteer T-Shirt Contest Winners

Celebrating the Winners of the 2025 Volunteer T-Shirt Contest!

Diego Muñoz 5/9/25 Diego Muñoz 5/9/25

Women’s Empowerment Neighborhood at IFAM 2025

Women’s Empowerment Neighborhood at IFAM 2025: Booth’s #106-142

Guest User 4/20/25 Guest User 4/20/25

Santa Fe City of Crafts and Folk Art 20th Anniversary

In celebration of Santa Fe’s 20th anniversary as a UNESCO Creative City of Folk Art, this special IFAM 2025 booth honors four New Mexican artist families—each preserving and evolving intergenerational traditions in weaving, jewelry, pottery, and more. From Chimayó to the pueblos, these artists carry forward the creative legacy of place, family, and cultural resilience.