Nimet Varli is one of the most renowned ceramicists in all of Turkey. And when you consider the history and diversity of the Turkish ceramic and porcelain tradition, that’s saying something. Nimet’s s …

The Turkish handicraft tradition is one of the most impressive on planet earth. The artisans of Asia Minor have been producing stunning works of art for home, palace, business and more since the da …

In recent years as disposability has infiltrated every aspect of the culture there has developed a yearning for things with a more timeless quality: things that exist outside the narrow confines of …

The Turkish ceramic tradition dates back to the days of 8th and 9th century Anatolia, continues on an unbroken path through the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires and has gained renewed appreciation as …

In many countries, including the US, the handicraft tradition is fading into the sunset. The causes are many and complex but tend to revolve around the rise of consumer culture and the attendant em …