Meet The Makers
Piece Collectors was founded with the belief that connectivity equals value
We believe that connection to the makers gives value to the pieces, offering an alternative to throw-away culture and most importantly, encouraging more meaningful consumption.
Over the past six years we’re proud to have developed genuine friendships with the traditional Latin American artisans we work with, understanding the intricacies of their culture and work.
Today, we work with 20 different groups of local artisans, including weavers, wood carvers, ceramicists, tin workers and hatmakers. We align ourselves with artisans who are design innovators, providing them with a platform for them to exhibit their work and tell their story to the wider world.
Sergio
“Porque? Porque” is Sergio’s catchphrase; “Why? Because…”. He laughs with good humour when we bring this to his attention. This phrase reveals a lot about his character; his professionalism, ability to problem solve and eagerness to talk about his craft. Here we chat with him about his love of rug weaving.
Auria
She kneels in her pretty apron beside a mound of barro (clay). With a bucket of water at the ready and a few tools scattered around within arms reach she begins with a tortilla-like base and slowly builds up the walls. Rolling strips of thin sausages, Auria attaches these one-by-one, pinching them between her fingers.
Sylvie
Sylvie leads us to her workshop, above the kitchen, the morning light streaming through the window. Bags of clay are piled opposite a desk, littered with various tools. Sylvie sets to work, making the process look effortless as decades of experience will do. I am fascinated by her resourceful collections of tools.