Juxtapoz Magazine - Raquel Van Haver: The Outsider Weaves Herself In
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Raquel van Haver represents and connects with marginalized communities through her art, weaving traditional practices with modern techniques to preserve cultural heritage and amplify voices.
Van Haver emphasizes the urgency of preserving indigenous weaving traditions, especially as younger generations leave rural areas for urban centers, risking the loss of cultural identity.
In Ghana, van Haver aims to revive glass-making techniques and empower local artisans by collaborating with European institutions to broaden the reach and importance of their craftsmanship.
Learning and transferring knowledge to future generations is vital for van Haver, highlighting her commitment to social issues and the influence of her Colombian roots.
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