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International Folk Art Market Artists

Basha Boutique

Basha Boutique transforms lives through the vibrant tradition of kantha, a 500-year-old form of Bangladeshi folk art. At the 2025 International Folk Art Market, meet the artisans whose stunning quilts tell stories of resilience, hope, and cultural preservation. Each piece reflects the strength of women overcoming extraordinary challenges and the timeless beauty of kantha quilting.

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Textile - Apparel, 2025, Uzbekistan, Cooperative Diego Muñoz Textile - Apparel, 2025, Uzbekistan, Cooperative Diego Muñoz

Sevinch Bazarova

Sevinch Bazarova’s work honors Uzbek and Tajik traditions with every stitch. Using techniques like naqqosh (pattern-making) and kashida (embroidery), her garments transform hand-selected fabrics into wearable pieces of history. Sourced from the bazaars of Urgut and crafted with intention, her creations celebrate family, heritage, and life’s most meaningful moments.

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2025, Haiti, 2D Art Diego Muñoz 2025, Haiti, 2D Art Diego Muñoz

Saragine Marie Georges Valris

Discover the vibrant art of Saragine Marie Georges Valris, a Haitian artist specializing in voodoo flags and jewelry. Rooted in family tradition, her creations reflect the rich cultural heritage of Haiti, blending intricate details with spiritual significance.

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Peru, 2025, Ceramics Diego Muñoz Peru, 2025, Ceramics Diego Muñoz

Chonon Biri

Nestled along the Ucayali River in Peru’s Amazon, the Chonon Biri Artisans Association brings the centuries-old traditions of the Shipibo-Konibo people to the International Folk Art Market.

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