The Heart of Kisii: Crafting Beauty from Soapstone

The Heart of Kisii: Crafting Beauty from Soapstone

Kisii soapstone, primarily composed of talc, is renowned for its softness and versatility, making it a favorite among carvers. With its smooth texture and a palette that ranges from pristine white to warm pink and deep black, Kisii soapstone offers endless possibilities for creativity.
Brigitte McKinnon
Close-Up On: Poetic Threads of Pakistan

Close-Up On: Poetic Threads of Pakistan

Creatively facing the hurdles that have befallen them, a community of artisans in Pakistan is an inspiring example of this optimism. When a flood devastated the livelihoods of an estimated 20.4 million people in Pakistan in 2010, a company named Poetic Threads of Pakistan (PTOP) emerged with a vision to overcome adversity through art. 

Liam McKinnon
The Story Behind Pure Art

The Story Behind Pure Art

The year was 2008, just two years into the humanitarian projects of the Pure Art Foundation, established in 2006, and Founders Brigitte and Robert found themselves travelling to Pucallpa, Peru. 

 

 

 

Melanie Guilbault