Omar Châvez Santiago (a.k.a. Omar Chasan, b.1993) is a fourth- generation weaver from Teotitlán del Valle, Oaxaca, whose work bridges ancestral weaving traditions with contemporary design. In 2011 he established his studio, OCS - Limited Handwoven Pieces and Objects, as a space for research and experimentation with natural dyes, fibers, and unconventional forms. Chasan's pieces often transcend the rectangle, embracing organic shapes and intuitive processes that reflect his daily life, surroundings, and heritage.
Raíces is a woven tapestry that is part of Omar Chasan's current work.
Via the artist:
The piece Raíces was born from a free and intuitive weaving process. The organic, curved shapes break away from traditional geometric iconography, evoking roots that express the importance of knowing where we come from in order to expand and grow just like branches.
