Last weekend, Florence Poirier NKPA, head of the artists’ collective Headmade Factory (HMF), organized the 1re edition of the “100% local” art and craft market within his workshop located on rue de Concordia. A major first, intended to support the creations of artists and artisans residing on the island.
“We can say it’s a success, because we welcomed approximately 80 people over the weekend » declares Florence Poirier NKPA, a locally and internationally renowned artist. Within her Creole housetransformed into workshop and artist residencyEverything is designed to welcome the public in a unique atmosphere: stalls selling handcrafted items and homemade chicken soup are offered upon arrival. Located on the small green space adjoining the hut, the sculptor Didier Villemin kicks things off with a stand showcasing his unique creations made of hardwood and adorned with resin. epoxy : “I enjoy working with mahogany wood, and my favorite themes revolve around portraiture, femininity, and animals.”
Opposite, an eclectic collection of local jewelry and signed by Florence Poirier NKPA, via her IYA brandThese pieces are made from beads and materials sourced from various African countries, as the artist lived there for a long time. CameroonUnique creations, which are part of this artist’s areas of exploration. polymorph.
“The goal is to relocate the island’s art and crafts, which have been concentrated in Orient Bay for many years. By bringing them to Marigot, the aim is to unite the local market by giving artists a space to exhibit their work, away from the decoration shops that…” phagocytose local art.
An innovative and different approach, including the next editions are already scheduled for the weekends of February 28th and March 28th. _THERE
Source: Faxinfo https://faxinfo.fr/en/artisanat-un-premier-marche-artisanal-reussi-pour-headmade-factory/
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