@seva_ceramics

The magic of life itself exists within nature… everywhere, it surrounds us and I create from this truth.  Even in the stone jungles of our urban lives, it’s possible to touch a piece of nature every morning with the simplicity of a ceramic mug with driftwood handle. That “pleasure ritual” of sipping coffee or tea from this vessel can become your source of inspiration by nature.

@vargasvilcamiguel

Miguel… aka el búho ‘the owl” was born in the colonial-era capital of Peru’s Arequipa Region and graduated from the prestigious school of arts “carlos baca flor” in 1997. He began showing in individual exhibitions almost immediately and remains one of the most spectacular South American artists alive. Today you can find him, along with his well known artisan wife, Graciela Arias promoting their “Otorongo/ Jaguar Art” in Pucallpa.

@katienarejewerly

Katie is a beloved life long friend to Yanapuma's founder Megan Schoenbachler. Together, they traveled parts of the world most have never heard of and those early adventures paved the inspiration for their chosen paths; which once again converge.

Katie's artistic background includes university degrees and a lifetime of perfecting the craft.

@thewackywanderers

Diane and Kaylyn are a mother/daughter duo from the Oregon Coast in North America who create an endless assortment of jewels to adorn oneself in the sacred essence of our natural world. These two are the "witchiest" melding of mad scientist meets jewelry artisan we have ever encountered. They call themselves, "wanderers" and collect inspiration along the way. Be it a rock, piece of wood or a beautiful crystal or keepsake they find, these will influence or incorporate into their art.

@rainbowgemskauai

Born unto the ancient land of sages & scribes, Amalia took her first steps on the historically rich soil of Israel. Raised by unconventional and free thinking parents, Amalia was supported to trust in the way her heart would lead. A colorful childhood set up her curiosity to discover and immerse herself in the rich and flavorful corners of the planet.

Her footsteps have taken her through the markets of Marrakesh & Bali, the hillsides of Switzerland & France, the storytelling streets of Egypt & Jordan, hustling Jamaica & the jungles of Central America.

@tejidosrebanca

Silvino Patiño Molina was born in Sogamoso, Boyacá, Colombia in 1978 and learned the trade of horizontal loom weaving 15 years ago, much later than he might have if not for the traditions of loom and weaving being inherently linked to the arts of women. Perfecting the techniques passed down to him, he has, together with family and other local craftspeople, developed an innovative collective that is currently thriving!

He believes, as do we at Yanapuma, that the future of indigenous and rural textiles is assured only as long as the new generations are aware of the value of these traditions.

@pitangorings

Pitango’s artistry is one of a kind and as diverse and wild and awe inspiring as he is… To encounter the pure energetics of pure Earth stones embedded in healing Earth metals is a masterful union which creates harmony and wellness in one’s resonate being.

For more than 30 years he has been collaborating with fellow craftspeople he calls “friends” in the designing and forging process. Each step of the way is infused with love and every finished piece is without exaggeration a work of art.

Artisan Jose Fernando Cruz Pinzon is a rare gem. An incredible multimedia artist, an Earth guardian and an overall inspiring human! Diagnosed with Polio at age 2 Fernando says, “presented challenges that inspired me to become a unique person and hone my artistic abilities”.

In 1999, he began working at a recycling factory where he identified the need to care for our home planet and all the waste created. Taking it one step further, he began to repurpose materials to create useful art in 2001. For the last 16 years this has been his passion and a way of life for him to give back to the community and environment.

@wilianchicunque

 Born in Sibundoy, Putumayo Colombia, Wilian comes from a family of traditional artisans who have been working to spread the Cämentsá culture from generation to generation in the trade and techniques of traditional artistry. His talents are vast and is considered a master of hand weaving on vertical looms, intricate creations of beads and seeds, wood carving, fabric textiles and naturally applied organic paintings and drawings. Wilian was the first in his community to apply the technique of decorating and plating beads onto traditional masks and other special objects, a technique that over the years he has innovated and practically perfected.