Sentences with phrase «which local craftsmen»

It was at Black Mountain that Asawa began to explore wire as a medium, inspired by a 1947 trip to Mexico during which local craftsmen taught her how to loop baskets out of this material.

Their unique structure was inspired by a 1947 trip to Mexico, during which local craftsmen taught her how to create baskets out of wire.

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* uses craftsman and women who use upholstery techniques taht give the product a luxurious look, with an emphasis on quality and feature stitching; * the construction uses solid timber frames using local plantation grown timbers, which are kiln dried for stability; * frames are assembledby tradesman who nail, screw and glue the components; * corner blocks and a lining board are added to outside arms and backs for stability; * uses the No Sag steel spring system, which is used for its greater travel capacity for seating comfort; * uses Dunlop Enduro seating foams in its designs for their unique 36/38 density; * in addition to Garstone leather, they use Warwick fabrics, which have been tested to world standards for performance, durability and safety.

Nowadays, craftsmen from far - off cities such as Ayacucho, Puno, Arequipa and even Bolivian communities, many of whom sleep under the arches the night before, also visit the market to sell their sculptures, ceramics and woodworks, which are popular among tourists and locals alike.

We employ local craftsmen and local construction techniques, which take advantage of sun, rain and wind patterns for cooling and water drainage.

When there's no major temple ceremony on, which otherwise occupies this space with towering fruit and flower offerings, it is filled with local artists and craftsmen displaying their latest work, from batiks to framed paintings and statuettes.

«We chose to work with Mivan not only for their extensive experience but they have also shared our passion and vision for Belmond Grand Hibernian from the outset - it is very important to Belmond that we work with local experts and craftsman to create a truly authentic train that reflects the spirit of the countries through which it will travel,» commented Gary Franklin, managing director, Belmond Trains & Cruises.

The feast of Alasitas, which in Aymara means «buy,» showcases beautifully made miniature objects from skilled local craftsmen at booths throughout the city.

In 1947, Asawa went to Mexico to teach, but once there she became, again, a student, learning from local craftsmen how to weave baskets from metal wire, which she started using as her primary medium.

Erizku has been inspired and triggered by the visual impact and cultural history of Hong Kong during his visits to Asia over the last year, which have been equal parts cultural exchange and artistic interaction with local craftsmen.

For his first solo exhibition at (re) D., van Hove will showcase several recent works as well as the first prototype of his acclaimed Mahjouba Initative, which aims at conceiving an electric moped made by craftsmen for the local market on a grand scale.

We love working with local craftsmen, manufacturers and artists — for instance, our YOO2 hotel in Rio de Janeiro (the first YOO2 hotel, which opened last year) is a vibrant, colourful hotel with details such as graffiti, neon and foliage prints, to reflect the Brazilian way of life.

For a dramatic touch, Ann Sherrill, owner of the Cashiers - based home furnishings boutqique Rusticks, employed glossy black paint on a picnic - style dining table and porch swing, both of which were made by a local craftsman, and repeated that color in the rugs underfoot.