Weaving is one of the oldest traditions in the world. At the heart of Quechua culture, it shapes personal and regional identity and functions as a form of inter-regional communication.
I experienced this practice as both graceful and dignified—a prayer-like act through which complex, intricate tapestries slowly emerge.
Unperturbed and deeply focused on their work, many of the garments they wear are woven by hand, carrying both cultural meaning and everyday utility.