Crafts: Functional Beauty

Traditional crafts evolve while maintaining cultural significance:

Basketry

Carib and African traditions merge in contemporary baskets: - Traditional forms with modern functions - Natural dyes creating contemporary patterns - Collaborations with fashion designers

Pottery

Local clay transformed: - Contemporary artists like Victor Anicet create sculptural works - Functional pottery incorporating traditional symbols - Community workshops preserving techniques

Boat Building

Traditional gommier boats inspire: - Artists creating sculptures from boat-building techniques - Furniture using boat-joining methods - Installation works exploring migration