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Flora Polo
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"With hard work, passion and love, you can achieve what you set out to do.
"I was born in Cajamarca, a region known for its beautiful landscapes and ecological villas. I feel fortunate to have been born in a place so full of cultural traditions.
"I consider myself to be hardworking, honest and responsible. These are traits that define my personality and the quality of my work.
"When I was very young, I became interested in…
Flora Polo
"With hard work, passion and love, you can achieve what you set out to do.
"I was born in Cajamarca, a region known for its beautiful landscapes and ecological villas. I feel fortunate to have been born in a place so full of cultural traditions.
"I consider myself to be hardworking, honest and responsible. These are traits that define my personality and the quality of my work.
"When I was very young, I became interested in handicrafts, especially in ceramics. I always liked reverse painted glass. I was attracted to the colors and shapes inspired by our Inca culture, full of magic, mysticism and art. I love to paint and my work reflects the daily life that surrounds me — our green fields, clear skies, and the serenity of our flora and fauna.
"One of the most difficult moments was becoming a mother at 21 but I'm very proud of this beautiful lifetime project. It filled me with an incredible strength and with it, I wanted to take on new projects to support our little family. My daughter and I didn't have any help, but we overcame our adversities. She was, is and will always be the engine that motivates my work. She is one of the reasons I create my art with so much care and passion.
"While seeking alternatives to help make a living, I began working with some cousins who are artisans. I'd watch them, and try to use the tools, paint, shape and finish the chests they crafted while taking care of my daughter. I took the time to learn this art and I enjoyed it. I could see that I had a talent for reverse painted glass, and knew I had to take advantage of it. "I love painting and finding thousands of new color combinations.
"I visited a number of workshops to learn techniques, design processes, stenciling, painting and finishing. I practiced and developed many designs through experimentation and learning from my mistakes. I had to overcome my fear of failing. I realized my own sense of security, perseverance, and my daughter could help me strike out on my own as an artisan.
"I'm intuitive and detail-oriented, and this shows in every design I create because my feelings are included in everything I do. For me, painting is a gift that comes from within and is born in the soul."
Products (45)
Baroque-Inspired Reverse-Painted Round Wood Pocket Mirror 'Primaveral Majesty'
Floral Colorful Reverse Painted Glass Coasters Set of 4 'Margarita Joy'
Handcrafted Peace Reverse-Painted Glass Tray in Blue 'Peaceful Creation'
Reverse Painted Glass Wall Mirror with Floral Leaf Motifs 'Autumn Flowers'
Round Floral Warm-Toned Reverse-Painted Glass Wall Mirror 'Radiant Clarity'
Baroque-Themed Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Wood Hand Mirror 'Primaveral Fields'
Butterfly Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box with Flowers 'Floral Transformation'
Handcrafted Reverse-Painted Glass Wall Mirror Gold from Peru 'Golden Season'
Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box from Peru 'Butterfly Dream'
Red and Green Colonial Style Reverse Painted Glass Mirror 'Red and Green Colonial Garden'
Silver-Tone Reverse-Painted Glass Wall Mirror from Peru 'Fantastic Floral'
Reverse-Painted Glass Peacock Tray in Silver from Peru 'Mystic Peacock in Silver'
Floral Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Nightfall Flowers'
Striped Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Contemporary Stripes'
Colorful Reverse-Painted Glass Coasters from Peru Set of 4 'Artisanal Color'
Reverse-Painted Glass Peacock Tray in Silver 12 in. 'Peacock Charm in Silver'
Gold-Tone Reverse-Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Golden Colonial'
Leafy Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box with Lion Theme 'Courageous King'
Gold-Tone Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box from Peru 'Golden Colonial Elegance'
Reverse-Painted Glass Floral Decorative Box in Gold Tone 'Sweet Beauty'
Bird-Themed Reverse-Painted Glass Coasters Set of 4 'Joy at Sunset'
Spring-Themed Reverse-Painted Round Pocket Mirror in Yellow 'Jolly Spring'
Leafy and Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Golden Harvest'
Reverse-Painted Glass and Wood Serving Tray Handmade in Peru 'Sweet Spring Flower'
Reverse-Painted Glass Peacock Tray from Peru 'Mystic Peacock'
Nature-Themed Reverse-Painted Glass Tray in Warm Hues 'Joy at Sunset'
Reverse Painted Glass Floral Coasters from Peru Set of 4 'Floral Gold'
Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box with Butterfly 'Floral Hope'
Rooster-Themed Reverse Painted Glass Tray 'Crowing Roosters'
Floral Reverse Painted Glass Frame Octagonal Wall Mirror 'Gaze'
Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Decorative Box with Silver Trim 'Sweet Charm'
Floral Motif Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Floral Connection'
Four Floral Gold-Tone Reverse Painted Glass Coasters 'Colonial Gold'
Multicolored Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Margarita Joy'
Reverse Painted Glass Wall Mirror with Floral Leaf Motifs 'Dawn'
Gold-Tone Floral Reverse Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Golden Flowers'
Reverse-Painted Glass Peacock Tray in Gold 17 in. 'Peacock Charm in Gold'
Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Coasters Set of 4 'Colonial Intricacy'
Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Tray from Peru 'Enchanting Flowers in Teal'
Floral and Bird-Themed Reverse-Painted Glass Tray 'Joy at Spring'
Reverse-Painted Glass Floral Tray 'Miraflores Flora'
Reverse Painted Glass and Wood Framed Wall Mirror from Peru 'Red Peruvian Elegance'
Artisan Hand-Painted Glass Coasters Set of 4 'Silver Elegance'
Handcrafted Reverse-Painted Glass Tray 'Royal Silver'
Floral Reverse-Painted Glass Wall Mirror from Peru 'Colonial Charm'
