| URBAN ZEN IS ON A MISSION:
to help develop, market and present the work of Haiti artisans to the western world. As an ambassador to the preservation of Haiti’s artistry and expression, Donna Karan and a community of supporters have been traveling to Haiti at every opportunity, working one-on-one with the artists and manufacturers. “The artistry and skill is breathtaking,” Donna says. “I am so inspired by what I am seeing and the people with whom I’m working with. I couldn’t be more excited.” |
INSPIRED BY THE ELEMENTS OF HAITI
| Stone, wood, paper, metal, tobacco and horn are transformed by Haitian hand with artistry, refined through generations. The Haiti Artisan Project is dedicated to create a sustainability model of commerce to assist in financial supporting the art community of Haiti and thereby preserving the rich culture of the island. | ||||
TOBACCO LEAVES Rich, earthy tobacco leaves sensuously wrap around the curves of vases. |
METAL WORK Scraps of metal and rusted steel drums are transformed into works of beauty from accessories to tableaus that capture the essence of Haiti. |
STONE Honed by hand, stone is transformed into smooth works of artistry to compliment every environment. |
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CHANDELIERS  Gritty patinas, vintage wood and handcrafted ironwork highlight crystal brilliance |
BEADING Recycled cardboard becomes necklaces and bracelets of glimmering beads while thousands of the smallest of beads are hand sewnfor dramatic accents. |
HORN Cut and polished with an artist’s eye, each piece is distinct and unique as horn is crafted into luxurioua accessories. |
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WOOD Bowls and tableware of resonate with the richness of wood and the beauty of hand made artistry. |
PAPER MACHE Rich in Haitian heritage, paper mache masks and accessories turn paper into pleasure from vibrant and colorful masks to whimsical paper handbags. |
SCULPTURE & PAINTING Phillipe Dodard’s vision of contemporary Haitian artistry is captured in sculptures and on canvas. |
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