Product Description
Expressions of faith and devotion in folk art form. It's Cactus Metal Art Haiti
This is a hand-crafted original piece of Haitian metal art, made from recycled steel drums and brought to you through fair trade practices. It is created in traditional fashion; the artist utilizing simple hand tools for both the cut work and detailing. A protective, weather-proof coating has been applied, making it suitable for display indoors or out.
Devotional Art
Religious World Art
Artist Bio
Jean Claude Soulouque
Whenever I think of going to Jean Claude Soulouque's house, I think, "Have a Coke and a smile." At his home, you can always count on both. A warmer, more gracious man, I cannot imagine. Having worked with him for many years, ours is a business partnership, yes, but also a friendship. Through his art he has supported his own family, putting both his son and his daughter through school. He is a community leader and role model for many young artists who hope to follow in his footsteps.
As for his own son, Roody "plays around" a little bit with metal sculpture, but sees his future in the business world. He is currently attending business school and also is employed by It's Cactus as our Inventory and Shipments Manager. Jean Claude and his family are among those who benefit greatly from the opportunities that Fair Trade affords. In them, we see success that not only grows, but also spreads