Small Tree of Life Wall Art, Love Birds Family Friendship Garden Plaque, Handmade in Haiti, 13 Inches Round
From the brand
Haitian Metal Wall Art
Handmade Wall Hanging Sculptures from Recycled Metal
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While visiting Haiti, I fell in love with metal art. I loved that it was made with recycled oil barrels, and was left in awe at the amount of work and detail that went into each item. More so I loved the people. From there I had the goal of helping fight poverty through art and It’s Cactus was born.
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Product Description
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From Recycled Oil Barrels to High Quality Metal Art
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The Materials & PreparationOur metal art is made from recycled oil barrels. Laborers remove the ends of the drum and place them inside the remianing cylinder along with scrap paper and dried banana or sugar cane leaves. By igniting it, it removes all the paint and residue. They are left with a blank canvas to work on! |
The Art ProcessThe artist then takes over, chalking his intended design on the prepared metal. Then, with the use of simple hand tools, he cuts the form, and begins pounding and shaping out intricate decorative patterns. At times, we have also collaborated with our artists in order to bring both of our visions to reality. |
The End ProductIt's hard to believe that the oil barrels that we see in the first image have been transformed to the various metal art sculptures that we have in our shop. The amount of work, time, and talent that goes into each item makes them intricately beautiful and unique. |
Fair Trade & It's Cactus
What is Fair Trade?
Fair Trade is the most recognized and trusted sustainability label in the world. By defintion, it is an arrangement designed to help producers in growing countries achieve sustainable and equitable trade relationships.
How does It's Cactus support Fair Trade?
We began working in Haiti over 21 years ago with the goal of fighting poverty through art. During this time, we have worked with over 120 artists, cultivating business relationships and friendships, all while being Fair Trade members. Our artists are respected as equal trading partners. Their culture and their craft are valued, honored, and their work is compensated 100% in an equitable manner.
How Can You Support Fair Trade?
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