Creating a Connected Textile Community
Our May panel discussion consists of individuals who have participated in textile tours over the past few years. They will share their experiences of the tours, reflect on the impact these journeys have had on their own lives, and discuss the ways in which they believe these tours have affected the artisans and communities involved.
Intercambio are a group of artists living in Oaxaca, Mexico, whose lives have been profoundly Influenced by the culture and in particular the concept of the Guelaguetza in which giving and receiving play a critical role of creating and maintaining community.
Alice Abbott, Bob Keates, and Ginette Bourdage discuss the history and future of weaving in Canada.
Join WARP for our February Continuing Textile Traditions panel discussion to discover the well-kept secret of contemporary wild silk and traditional raffia textiles from Madagascar.
This month’s Panel Presentation is designed to help us navigate the world of textile-based podcasts. Our three speakers are all podcast hosts who bring us a combination of entertainment and useful information, each in a very different style.
Join WARP for our November Continuing Textile Traditions panel discussion, as we learn the story of Mayamam Weavers in the United States, Tejedoras Maya Mam in Guatemala, and how they work together to create a thriving business for Mayan weavers in both countries.
WARP’s annual financial grant program helps to improve the lives of textile artisans worldwide. Join us to learn more about the program and its impact on the artisans WARP has supported.
Judy Frater, Prakash Siju and Shakil Khatri discuss traditional artisans in contemporary India.