Product Description
Sea Turtles, Beach Metal Wall Art, Set of 2, Nautical Wall Home Decoration, Under The Sea Marine Life Animals, Handmade in Haiti 6 x 7.75 Inches
- This wonderful piece of art work is handcrafted by Haitian artisans in their traditional manner by using materials they find around them. In this case the metal from recycled oil drums is cut, shaped and contoured to produce the desired outcome. Considering the dire economic circumstances under which the Haitian people find themselves it is a true mark of human imagination and resourcefulness that they carry on this artistic tradition. The Haitian artists who designed and sculpted this art piece work with the It's Cactus organization and are well-compensated for their efforts.
- This Haitian Wall art is made from recycled metal drums.
- Each piece is handmade.
- Spring Patio Yard Art Decor
It's Cactus Metal Art Haiti
Artist Bio
Kendy Bellony
With the encouragement of his older brother, Caleb, 10- year- old Kendy Bellony took hammer and chisel in hand and began the practice of “coupe de fer” or cutting iron. At the time, he was attending school, along with his two younger sisters. Their father had died and the extra income that Kendy could provide was vital to the family.
“Caleb saw that I was very intelligent and could make beautiful designs. By age 15, I was selling my pieces in the shop of my uncle. I also sold in a gallery in Petionville. I had a lot of big customers. Then Caleb gave me more good advice. He said I should send samples to Casey Riddell of It's Cactus. So I did that. Now she is buying my work to sell in the United States. She is my patronne, and I am very happy about that!”
