Carlos Sanchez

"Novica friends, it's a pleasure to introduce myself - I'm Carlos, a Nicaraguan ceramist wholeheartedly devoted to his craft. Clay runs through my veins, and I've worked in this art form all of my life. I am a humble and hard working man. I strive to live each day the best way possible, and I am proud to be able to tell you that a few years ago I managed to beat a terrible depression. <br><br>"My will to live and not be defeated is what has brought me here, and now. I can fully enjoy my art, my family, and my recreational time. I love playing soccer and our team has won several championships. I play soccer at the weekends and feel as if I'm playing in a big stadium? even though we're playing on a sand pitch! <br><br>"I learned this craft out of sheer personal interest. I come from a village in which ceramic is the milk with which our mothers feed us. I was keen to learn and I would while the hours away observing the village ceramists at their workshops and learning each step in the process. <br><br>"My favorite are the geometric designs because of the details, which require a lot of patience and perfection. The people that work alongside me are incredible and are always finding ways to improve upon themselves. <br><br>"Seeing how people such as Novica customers are taking interest in our work has reignited my dreams. I hope one day to have a larger workshop, be able to offer jobs to more people, and be able to buy a little house where my family and I can live comfortably and safely. <br><br>"Thank you friends from around the world. The fact that you're taking the time to read my story fills me with happiness."