Yoga Giraffe Bowl

Skilled woodcarvers in Kenya expertly transform blocks of jacaranda wood into intricate animal figures, showcasing their talent and creativity. This unique bowl, designed in the form of a serene meditation pose, offers a charming and functional space to store jewelry or other small treasures. Made from jacaranda wood—a sustainable and fast-growing species highly prized by Kenyan artisans—this piece reflects both the beauty of nature and the tradition of craftsmanship. In 1995, Claytone Ombasyi, a Christian businessman based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded OTIC, a privately held export and marketing company. OTIC offers vital support in export, packaging, and quality control for several small workshops in and around Nairobi. Depending on their specific circumstances, these workshops provide artisans various advantages, including wood carving training and access to short-term, interest-free loans. Through OTIC, artisans gain the tools to thrive while preserving their craft and culture.