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Irvin, Lisa & Emily Trujillo - UNESCO Creative City 20th Anniversary Booth
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Irvin, Lisa & Emily Trujillo - UNESCO Creative City 20th Anniversary Booth

Three generations of Chimayó weavers—Irvin, Lisa, and Emily Trujillo—carry forward the legacy of Rio Grande weaving at Centinela Traditional Arts. From natural dyes to modern interpretations of traditional designs, the Trujillo family keeps Northern New Mexico’s textile traditions vibrant, relevant, and rooted in community.

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Arowoogun Traditional Carvers

Arowoogun Traditional Carvers

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.

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Sevinch Bazarova

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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