International Folk Art Market

09/03/2026

Upcoming Passport to Folk Art Trip: Kenya!

Experience the Art, Culture, and Wildlife of Kenya! Join us for an incredible 10-day journey to the heart of Kenya, combining intimate experiences with local artists and the majesty of East African wildlife. Spend time on the iconic savannas of East Africa, sitting with elephants at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro and watching lions roam in the tall grasses of the Masai Mara.

Each trip includes a donation to the International Folk Art Market, allowing us to support opportunities for folk artists worldwide. https://folkartmarket.org/passport-to-folk-art-trips

08/31/2026

Every year, new artists join the IFAM community from around the world.

If you are a folk artist whose work is rooted in cultural tradition, we encourage you to apply.

You could be one of the next artists to join us.

Apply for IFAM 2027 → folkartmarket.org/become-an-ifam-artist

2026 IFAM New Artists: Maria Monserrat Borja Zertuche and Ana Abellan Borja of Semati Tewé (México)
Photo credit: David Moore

08/30/2026

"Palestinian art lives in thread, glass, and stone. Across generations, craftspeople have used these materials to record places, preserve traditions, and carry cultural memory through periods of upheaval.

Hebron, or Al-Khalil in Arabic, is the largest city in the West Bank and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world — though giving an exact population figure is difficult given the scale of ongoing displacement and unrest since October 2023. Its glassmaking tradition is still alive, although much of today's production has moved beyond the historic Glass-Blower Quarter, or Haret al-Qazazeen. Palestinian families continue to practice the craft, shaping molten glass by hand with techniques passed down through generations. Traditional production relied on materials including sand and soda ash, while contemporary workshops commonly melt recycled glass instead."

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Palestinian art lives in thread, glass and stone. Across generations, craftspeople have used these materials to record places, preserve traditions and carry cul

08/28/2026

The International Folk Art Market celebrates artists, cultures, and stories from around the world—and this year, students from Santa Fe Workshops captured that experience through their own lenses.

As part of IFAM’s partnership with Santa Fe Workshops , photography students visited the Market to document the energy, artistry, and connections that make IFAM such a special event. Their photographs offer a fresh perspective on the Market, highlighting artists at work, intricate handmade pieces, joyful encounters, and the vibrant community that comes together each year in Santa Fe.

For these photographers, the Market became more than a place to take pictures. It was an opportunity to practice visual storytelling while engaging with artists and experiencing the diverse traditions represented at IFAM.

We’re grateful to Santa Fe Workshops and its talented students for helping us see IFAM from a new perspective. Their photographs remind us that every image can tell a story—and that the Market is filled with stories waiting to be discovered.

Please enjoy this selection of photographs at

The International Folk Art Market celebrates artists, cultures, and stories from around the world—and this year, students from Santa Fe Workshops captured that experience through their own lenses. As part of IFAM’s partnership with Santa Fe Workshops, photography students visited the Market to

08/24/2026

At IFAM, we believe folk art carries knowledge from one generation to the next—and that artists are the stewards, innovators, and storytellers of those traditions.

If your work is rooted in a cultural tradition, we want to hear your story.

Apply for IFAM 2027 → folkartmarket.org/become-an-ifam-artist

Artwork by Ida Bagus Anom Suryawan (Indonesia)
Photo credit: Gabriella Marks

08/20/2026

A heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible food vendors who helped make the 2026 International Folk Art Market a memorable celebration. Your delicious food, warm hospitality, and generous spirit added so much to the IFAM experience!

Anasazi Paletas
Celina's Biscochitos
The Cowgirl BBQ
Escondido Santa Fe
Freshies Juices
Izanami
JAMBO CAFE
Last Call Kombucha
Marigold-Kitchen
Chef Nath's Inspired Khmer Cuisine
Platero Frybread & Navajo Tacos
Sunburst Crepes
Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery
Wolf and Mermaid Enchanted Cafe- Santa Fe Plaza

From local favorites to flavors from around the world, you helped nourish our visitors while creating a welcoming community gathering place. We are grateful for the energy, care, and culinary creativity you brought to the Market. Thank you for being an important part of IFAM 2026!

08/17/2026

We invite folk artists from around the world to apply for IFAM 2027.

Share your craft. Tell your story. Connect with thousands of people and patrons who value the beauty, knowledge, and meaning behind your handmade art.

Apply for IFAM 2027 → folkartmarket.org/become-an-ifam-artist

Featured: Geeta Patil of Kubsa Handcrafted Textiles (India)
Photo credit: David Moore

08/16/2026

Thank you to all of our creative volunteers who brought their imagination and IFAM spirit to this year’s Volunteer T-Shirt Decoration Contest! Your designs added an extra splash of joy and personality to the Market.

1st Place — A. Blue
2nd Place — M. DeChadenedes
3rd Place — G. Bradbury

A special congratulations to our winners—and thank you to every volunteer who helped make IFAM 2026 an unforgettable celebration!

08/14/2026

Make plans now to join us in 2027 in Santa Fe! The International Folk Art Market returns July 8-11, 2027. https://folkartmarket.org/

08/12/2026

Passport to Folk Art Trip: Peru – Alpaca & The Southern Andes!

From Arequipa to the great waters of Lake Titicaca, onward to Cusco and the hidden villages in between, this 15-day journey is an intimate cultural encounter with Peru off the beaten path. Limited to just 10 travelers, we move through spectacular and little-seen corners of this living land.

Learn more: https://folkartmarket.org/passport-to-folk-art-trips