Legacy Project
Dedicated to inspire and empower the next generation of weavers, the Legacy Project was founded by Martinez Studio in 2014. Initially focused on Sandra’s symbolist works, the collection will debut designs from Wence’s Buffalo Robe series in 2018. To date, over thirty Martinez Studio designs have been produced in the Legacy Project.
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RevealHand spun54" x 28" -
MujerMill spun48" x 24"
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Buffalo Robe ZigZagHand spun61" x 31"
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Buffalo Robe Central GoldHand spun63" x 31"
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Buffalo Robe 3 ColumnsHand spun63" x 31"
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Crest RedMill spun56" x 28"
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Edge GreenMill spun56" x 28"
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Contorno RedMill spun47" x 38"
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Discusion GreenMill spun49" x 36"
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Discusion RedMill spun48" x 37"
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Abrir Dark GoldMill spun60" x 36"
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Abrir RedMill spun58" x 36"
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Abrir TurquoiseMill spun58" x 36"
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Casa OroHand spun52" x 3'3"
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Casa RibetesHand spun58" x 38"
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Casa RunnerHand spun78" x 30"
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Casa NuevaHand spun30" x 48"
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ContornoMill spun60" x 36"
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Fragment of a Queen RedMill spun43" x 38"
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Volar BlueMill spun60" x 22"
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Volar GreenMill spun60" x 22"
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Volar MelonMill spun60" x 22"
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Pinon TurquoiseMill spun50" x 28"
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Vessels ShiftMill spun75" x 38"
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Saltillo BlancaMill spun57" x 24"
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Saltillo Doble BlueMill spun46" x 38"
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Saltillo Doble GreenMill spun46" x 38"
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CressHand spun70" x 34"
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Flora Yellow GoldMill spun36" x 36"
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Flora TurquoiseMill spun36" x 36"
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Sumo Stand GoldMill spun42" x 36"
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Sumo Stand TurquoiseMill spun42" x 36"
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FiestaHand spun54" x 34"
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Kiss GoldMill spun48" x 40"
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Figuras Corto RedMill spun66" x 30"
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Figuras Runner TurquoiseMill spun113" x 30"
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Figuras Corto TurquoiseMill spun66" x 30"
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Pinon dark goldMill spun50" x 28"
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Pinon redMill spun50" x 28"
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SaltilloMill spun68" x 28"
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FloraMill spun36" x 36"
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LuzMill spun60" x 36"
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Volar Quad GreenMill spun36" x 36"
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Volar Quad RedMill spun36" x 36"
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MilpaMill spun60" x 24"
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PilotMill spun60" x 24"
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Figuras RunnerMill spun30" x 114"
Closely mentored by master weaver Wence, Malena Martinez (daughter) and Jacobo Martinez (son-in-law) are his principle apprentices. They are learning specialized hand dyeing practices and developing their instincts to render tonal variations within the design framework. Wence travels to the village multiple times a year to provide hands-on training throughout all stages of the dyeing and weaving process. Malena and Jacobo are learning important traditions and techniques that allow them the opportunity to grow and develop their craft.
Malena Martinez
In 2018, Malena began weaving a series of Wence’s Buffalo Robe-inspired works in hand-spun wool under Wence’s guided supervision. This marks the first time Wence has allowed his designs to be woven by anyone but himself.
Jacobo Martinez
For many years, Jacobo concentrated on rendering traditional Mexican glyphs commonly found in Teotitlan’s tourist market. He takes great pride in weaving Sandra’s designs because they contain challenging curves and an emphasis on tonal variation, both of which stretch his skill set.