Handcrafted floral studs drawing inspiration from the botanical motifs woven into traditional Kichwa women's garments. Vintage beads of varying dimensions create a layered, dimensional effect that captures the delicate nature of indigenous artistry. TThese earrings represent a refined choice for collectors who recognize the value of authentic indigenous artisanship and intentional design.

_______________________________

Samay Arcentales Cajas is a queer Kichwa Mindalae digital media artist and leader in the Pacha Arts Family. In a world often dominated by digital interfaces, Samay turns to beadwork as a source of grounding. This practice is deeply rooted in her Mindalae lineage, who are artisans and travellers who shared and traded handmade goods across vast territories.

Whether creating for her family’s business or developing her own artistic collections, Samay views beading as a way to preserve the intimate connection between the maker and the material. Her work seeks to balance the complex dimensions of new media with the slow, rhythmic, and healing nature of hand made wearable art, ensuring that the beauty of her heritage remains a living, breathing practice.

____________________________________

Materials: Vintage beads, 24k gold plaited beads, sterling silver beads, pink opal beads, pink charlotte cut beads, deer hide, surgical steel posts

Dimensions:

Diameter: 2.5 cm