Christian Vasquez

hand.carved wood decor accents and furniture

"I'm Christian Vasquez from a small town in Costa Rica. It's far from the country's big cities and i... read more

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Caring for Children This artist supports children under the age of 18. Enabling Education This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level. Confronting Adversity This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge. Preserving Traditions This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive. Covering Basic Needs This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Christian Vasquez hand.carved wood decor accents and furniture

"I'm Christian Vasquez from a small town in Costa Rica. It's far from the country's big cities and is set in the lush and beautiful tropical countryside.

"My career as an artisan began in 1989 when I was just 16 years old. I got a job in a furniture workshop. When my colleagues would take their coffee breaks, I'd ask them to lend me their chisels. Without any formal instruction, I began teaching myself to carve wood. I also figured out how to design templates.

"I first became interested in this art out of curiosity but I learned to love woodworking.

"From the very beginning, it's been difficult to get the proper tools and tools of good quality for carving because this technique isn't widely known in this country.

"However, when I finally obtained them, they became my allies in this lovely art form and they've let me get ahead each day.

"From the design to the final finishing, whether in natural wood or in color, everything I create is crafted by hand and I do it all myself."

Christian Vasquez Costa Rica

"I'm Christian Vasquez from a small town in Costa Rica. It's far from the country's big cities and is set in the lush and beautiful tropical countryside.

"My career as an artisan began in 1989 when I was just 16 years old. I got a job in a furniture workshop. When my colleagues would take their coffee breaks, I'd ask them to lend me their chisels. Without any formal instruction, I began teaching myself to carve wood. I also figured out how to design templates.

"I first became interested in this art out of curiosity but I learned to love woodworking.

"From the very beginning, it's been difficult to get the proper tools and tools of good quality for carving because this technique isn't widely known in this country.

"However, when I finally obtained them, they became my allies in this lovely art form and they've let me get ahead each day.

"From the design to the final finishing, whether in natural wood or in color, everything I create is crafted by hand and I do it all myself."

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Maker BadgeCaring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Maker BadgeEnabling Education

This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.

Maker BadgeConfronting Adversity

This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.

Maker BadgePreserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Maker BadgeCovering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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