HANDMADE FUTURE
An ARTIST & NOMAD Documentary
Director / Producer - Kirsten Dickerson
Director of Photography / Producer - Brandon Dickerson
HANDMADE FUTURE follows artisans in six countries protecting heritage, confronting complex middlemen, and advancing responsible trade — pushing back against fast, cheap production to quietly restore a frayed world through beauty and human connection.
Kirsten and Brandon Dickerson (founders of A&N) are at the helm of HANDMADE FUTURE, the first ARTIST & NOMAD feature film production (formerly called MIDDLEMAN.) Their partnership as filmmakers ensures the blend of creative storytelling and visionary leadership, grounded in decades of experience in both film and social impact initiatives involving artisans and people living on the margins of our global community. HANDMADE FUTURE marks Kirsten’s directorial debut, with Brandon serving as co-producer and cinematographer.
We look forward to screening the film at festivals and special events in 2026, starting with our premiere in NYC! We will update the festival details on this page and social media throughout the year, and would love to see you.
World Premiere - Justice Film Festival, NYC, Feb 26
This is a nonprofit film and we welcome your support to fund the marketing, festivals, and special screenings of HANDMADE FUTURE this year. We can’t share the film without the help from friends like you. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you!
Meet The Artisans of HANDMADE FUTURE
THE ANOU - MOROCCO
The Anou Cooperative is an award winning collective of over 600 artisans from cooperatives, associations, and workshops across Morocco. The Anou Cooperative is owned and managed by Morocco's artisan community and is open to all authentic artisans committed to quality and transparency.
FEATURED CRAFTS: hand knotted rugs, handloomed flatweaves, and a variety of other traditional textiles and crafts. Purchase items via direct trade from their website or visit their store in Fes or one of the cooperatives across Fes to directly support the artisans. Designer collaborations, artisan-led visits and workshops, as well as artist residencies are available.
Website: THE ANOU
Contact: hello@theanou.com
STUDIO BAGRU - INDIA
Studio Bagru collaborates with designers to develop hand‑printed textiles—dabu, indigo, and pigment—managed end‑to‑end in India. Partner with their design team to develop culturally-informed textiles that honor traditional craft while meeting contemporary needs. They also offer artisan-led experiences in Bagru — block printing, eco printing, dyeing, and guided tours — with opportunities to create your own piece.
FEATURED CRAFTS: Traditional block printing, natural dying, paper products, handwoven textiles, embroidery, and more. I addition to designer collabs, a wholesale linesheet for their exclusive fair trade collection of textiles and paper goods is also available.
Website: STUDIO BAGRU
Contact: hello@studiobagru.com
ANCHOR CRAFTS - KENYA
Anchor Leather and Crafts is born from a vision to elevate African craftsmanship to the global stage. Kenyan female owned, their approach involves sourcing premium materials and meticulously crafting durable, heirloom-quality artifacts for fashion and home decor. Sustainability lies at the heart of their ethos, and they are dedicated to empowering women, youth, and artisans by offering sustainable careers in craftsmanship. Every stitch tells a story of dignity, skill, and passion.
FEATURED CRAFTS: Hand-loomed textiles, basketry, hand-forged brass jewelry and homewares, recycled blown glass, leather bags, and handcrafted ceramics. A wholesale linesheet for their fair trade collection is available as well as designer collaborations. In personal workshops with the artisans also available.
Website: ANCHOR LEATHER + CRAFTS
Contact: info@anchorleatherafrica.com
CASA VIVIANA - MEXICO
Sunhouse Craft is a women owned, small batch artisan led production house with a focus on land based craft. Each piece is made by hand in their Kentucky studio, weaving together crafting traditions, natural materials, and timeless design. Sunhouse Craft was started by artist / maker Cynthia Main as a place to combine her foundation in woodworking and traditional craft with a strong desire to find sustainable and harmonious ways of working.
Featured Crafts: brooms, dustpans, and woodenwares. Shop online or visit their store. They also offer wholesale as well as workshops on broom making and more.
website: SUNHOUSE CRAFT
Contact: hello@sunhousecraft.com
SUNHOUSE CRAFT - USA
Casa Viviana is a family-owned workshop creating handmade beeswax candles in Teotitlán del Valle in Oaxaca for over 5 generations. Doña Viviana is the master candle maker and several members of her family are also involved in the craft making. Traditional candles incorporate wax flowers and other motifs and are used for local special occasions such as weddings and funerals. A collection of more modern and minimal candles are also available for international sales.
Featured Crafts: handpoured, naturally dyed candles - both tradition and moder options. Buy directly at their home studio or contact them for wholesale inquiries (no website or email)
Instagram: @casavivianaoaxaca
WhatsAPP: +52 951 524 4309
HADITHI CRAFTS - KENYA
Hadithi Crafts produce and sell handmade crafts with a story. When you buy Hadithi handicrafts, you are actively helping to provide an income for over 1900 artisans from an agricultural community in the Kasigau region of south-eastern Kenya. Hadithi sales assist in providing a sustainable alternative to environmentally harmful practices like the poaching of wildlife and destruction of forests for charcoal, timber and farmland.
Feature Crafts: Handmade baskets made of sisal or palm, Maasai beadwork, Sewn animals, sisal placemats- Shop directly via their website or request a wholesale catalog.
Website: HADITHI CRAFTS
Contact: sales@hadithicrafts.com
IRFAN MARBLE INLAY STUDIO - INDIA
Bia Beguug is a traditional Zapotec weaving home studio located in Mitla, Oaxaca. Master weaver Arturo Hernandez works alongside his family members to create timeless works of woven art from locally sourced wool and cotton. Some designs featuring both traditional and modern motifs on wood looms, back strap looms, and natural dyes.
Featured Crafts: wool and cotton clothing and home decor. Visit them in Oaxaca to shop their studio store or contact for wholesale inquiries
Instagram:@biabeguug
Contact: +52 951 243 2711
BIA BEGUUG - MEXICO
Irfan’s marble inlay workshop is located in the heart of old Agra’s historic center. Irfan is a UNESCO World Heritage designated master artisan as he is one of the last true masters of this craft dating back to the making of the Taj Mahal. He and his team of skilled artisans use marble and semi precious stones to carve intricate designs featuring flowers and birds as well as geometric designs.
Featured Crafts: black and white marble inlay boxes, plates, bowls, frames, tables, coasters and more. Visit the workshop and buy directly from the artisans Contact below to coordinate a visit or for direct wholesale and designer collaborations.
Contact: hello@agraheritagewalks.com
CELIA BIRCHALL STUDIO - ENGLAND
CELIA BIRCHALL is a slow fashion, ground to garment designer based in the Cotswolds. Each piece is designed, cut and handmade in her home studio. She specializes in made-to-order womenswear and menswear, cut from the highest quality natural cloth. Her designs are inspired by functional countryside living, with an urban edge and crafted with care and attention to detail so that they can be loved and lived in for years. Designs feature Irish linen and British wool.
Feature Crafts: made to order clothing and accessories, such as gilets, waistcoats, pants, shoulder bag, and jackets. One of a kind bespoke and bridal custom designs also available.
Website: CELIA BIRCHALL
Contact: celia@birchall.org.uk