Halloween, celebrated on 31 October, and the Mexican holiday Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), celebrated on 1 and 2 November, have a rich and multi-layered history rooted in ancient traditions. Both holidays combine elements of pagan rituals, Christian traditions, and modern cultural practices, but their approach to the theme of death and remembrance of the dead is different. The mask ...

Viviano Biagioni is a talented sculptor and woodcarver from Florence, Italy, who has dedicated his life to art from a young age. His workshop, filled with the scent of freshly cut wood, has become the place where his ideas and emotions come to life and become unique works of art. Each sculpture created by Viviano Biagioni is the result of his unconditional love for wood and his deep understanding of the material. ....

Pottery is one of the oldest crafts of mankind, with its roots in the Neolithic period. It has not only served practical needs, but has also become an important part of the cultural heritage of various peoples. It is believed that the first clay products appeared about 29,000 years ago. Finds in present-day Bohemia, such as the Venus from Wilendof, show that ancient ...

Lladro is not just a brand, it is a true legend in the world of porcelain, epitomising high artistry and the philosophy of a positive attitude to life. Founded in 1953 by three brothers Lladro - Jose, Vicente and Julian - in a small Spanish town Alfara de patria, the company has since won the hearts of collectors and connoisseurs of beauty around the world. ...

We offer you to plunge into the world of macramé and create Angel Wings with your own hands according to the masterclass by Rox Shana. Macramé is an amazing art that captivates with its beauty and uniqueness. This ancient art of weaving knots appeared in ancient times and still does not cease to fascinate people with its elegance. Every year macramé is gaining more and more popularity, ...

Immerse yourself in the world of creativity at ExpoCreativ Luxembourg! For three days, Luxembourg will be filled with an atmosphere of creativity and inspiration as the 10th edition of ExpoCreativ Luxembourg will take place from 26 to 28 January 2024. This unique platform will bring together the best craftsmen and manufacturers of hobby and creative goods, ....

The traditional technology of the theatre puppeteer stands for home comfort and order. Children and adults can create utensils and interior details by moulding papier mache onto ready-made objects. It is easy to make papier mache moulding paste from waste paper. In addition, we solve the problem of recycling the raw materials that come into our homes in the form of packaging paper, ...

GRASSIMESSE EXHIBITION-Fair 2023 from 20 October to 22 October 2023 at the GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts in Leipzig GRASSIMESSE is a meeting point for design enthusiasts and connoisseurs of beautiful things. It is an art exhibition and sales fair in one person. Here you can meet contemporary artists, craftsmen and designers and buy all art and products. The exhibitors offer ...

96th Tokyo International Gift Show Autumn 2023 6 - 8 September 2023 Tokyo International Gift Show (TIGS) is Japan's largest international trade exhibition showcasing gifts, consumer goods and decorative accessories. Founded in 1976, it is held semi-annually, every spring and autumn, in Japan's ultra-modern Tokyo ...

CADEAUX Leipzig Autumn 2023 takes place from 2 to 4 September in Leipzig, Germany CADEAUX Leipzig is a regular trade fair for stylish, new and original gifts and decorative items. More than 500 exhibitors present their sales hits in the field of giftware and items for home and household decoration. Numerous events are held as part of the exhibition's accompanying programme - ...