Artisans at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival showcased their crafts, emphasizing the future of culture through youth involvement. A Guatemalan artist teaches indigenous art in impoverished villages, encouraging pride in cultural roots. A Bolivian rapper incorporates indigenous language into his music. A Mexican-American family passes down guitar-making techniques essential for their art. Refugee weavers aim to revitalize traditional craftsmanship. These artists highlight the impact of mentoring youth in their creative endeavors, fostering a connection to tradition and cultural identity.
Evelyn del Rosario Moran Cojoc says, 'I have art classes in the villages where they don't have enough to eat. A young boy came up to me and approached me. I thought he was going to ask me for food but he asked me for a pencil. He had a hunger for knowledge.' She emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity and pride in indigenous culture among youth through art.
At the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, artisans from the Global South shared their crafts and cultural legacies, highlighting the connection between generations and the importance of mentorship in preserving artistic traditions.
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