Over the last decade a new trend in wire and bead curios has exploded on the South African scene. These curios are light, easy to transport and have no international cartage restrictions (items with skin, seeds and wood are problematic to move across borders, in contrast.)
I love watching the crafters make these items. Here Leopold, a Shona from Zimbabwe, starts the process of making a zebra.
Originally started the project to improve my photography skills. Over a 2500 photos later it's become a personal diary. I post pictures that mark my...