Bertha is a proud member of the family that created the combination of clays to develop the technique of "white clay." She has been learning this technique for over 10 years, passed down through 10 siblings, who in turn transmit their knowledge to their descendants, dedicating efforts to preserve the technique.

For Bertha, dedicating herself to handicrafts is a source of pride as it becomes her legacy, leaving a mark on how to create the pieces, giving a different twist to the traditional clay (red and green) that her ancestors solely used for cooking.

She draws inspiration from nature, the sea, and the ruins of archaeological sites, which are reflected in each of her pieces.

Her dream is for the technique to endure as a craft heritage and to obtain a visa to showcase her art in the United States.

Luis has been in contact with clay since he was in his mother's womb. For him, preserving this technique represents honoring the ancestral heritage and wisdom embedded in the black clay technique. In this technique, Luis finds his treasure, a driving force to create stories and experiences, representing his love for his art, his wife, and children.

Luis wants handicrafts to be valued for the work, dedication, and talent behind each creation.

For Sandy, this technique has been passed down from her great-grandparents, grandparents, parents, and now to her children. For her, creating clay pieces is a way to let the mind speak through her feet as she kneads the clay and her hands as she shapes and designs each creation. Her parents, children, and husband have accompanied her on this journey from the beginning, as it keeps them active and eager to express their emotions.

She knows that she and her husband are essential for her 12-year-old daughter to continue learning and exploring her creativity, as well as for her 6-year-old son, who still enjoys playing with clay and feels great satisfaction upon completing a figure.

For Sandy, clay represents the fortune of having the pride to create crafts and capture the history and knowledge of her ancestors, combined with her own expression and style. Her dream is to showcase her work through love, culture, and tradition, so it can be valued and endured over time.

Zenaida has been practicing hand embroidery for 21 years, and together with all the women in her community, they keep the technique alive. For her, it means remembering her roots, culture, traditions, and traditional clothing. Due to their living conditions, she was inspired to seek ways to innovate in handicrafts, thus empowering other women.

Zenaida aims to generate economic income to improve the living conditions of artisan families in her community.

Erick was the first artisan in his family and started practicing this technique out of curiosity, as a form of expression, to continue spreading Maya culture. With over 17 years as an artisan, he is an expert in the technique. He is currently teaching it to the next generation. For him, being able to transform a stone into a utilitarian or decorative object brings an indescribable satisfaction. He is inspired by innovation, working on new pieces, and meeting people who share a passion for art or handicrafts. His dream is for the technique to continue, to keep improving every day, and for his pieces to reach the world.

Paula comes from a family where Lele dolls have represented their roots for over 70 years. Each doll is crafted with love and affection. She seeks to convey to people that with just a Lele doll, one can find happiness. She wishes to challenge herself and create new designs that keep their roots alive.

Eliza shares that waist loom weaving has been a part of her family for as long as she can remember. They don't have an exact date for this ancestral heritage; many family members, like her, have dedicated themselves to this technique for generations. For Eliza, the loom represents identity, pride, and the ability to express emotions and inspiration in each piece. She finds inspiration in the colors of nature, her surroundings, and, above all, in the heritage passed down by their ancestors. She greatly appreciates when her customers and tourists admire her work, as it motivates her to create new and unique pieces. Her dream is to have a place where her pieces can be better appreciated, where more people can learn about their handicrafts, and to travel to other places to promote her work. She wants to have a gallery in her home to welcome many people.

Yess shares that her mother started weaving when she was 6 years old, and she taught Yessenia when she turned 12. Her sister also shares a love for this technique. She is inspired by the knowledge that her creations can reach other states or countries, and she wishes for her garments to be recognized in major markets worldwide. She also dreams of attending cultural exhibitions.

Emperatriz learned to make huipiles 56 years ago, continuing a knowledge passed down through generations in her family. Two other people in her immediate family share her love for this art. For her, it represents an ancestral heritage from her grandparents, and her inspiration lies in innovating to create new pieces.

Emperatriz dreams of her huipiles being known in many countries.

Rolando is the third generation preserving the foot pedal loom in his family, although he knows that his ancestors were doing it long before. There are 18 people behind each of these pieces, including adults, seniors, students, and children as recreational learners. He mentions that being an artisan means transmitting your happiness, sadness, and daily joys, opening the doors to being part of their creations. He greatly values culture, traditions, and wisdom. He would love to learn other existing loom techniques.

Vero mentions that the foot pedal loom has been around for 80 years. The loom has been modified, and some techniques that are no longer used have been rescued. In her family, there are six people dedicated to preserving the weaving and various working techniques. She mentions that weaving is an extraordinary legacy as her children represent the fourth generation dedicated to this noble art. It has allowed them to dress, feed themselves, and learn about their culture through history.

She is looking to do new things, to learn new techniques that inspire her to create new projects and to promote a taste for textiles made on a treadle loom. Her dream is to have a gallery with a workshop, where she can learn to weave, dye and make more creative finishes.