This pattern was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
Samburu Beadwork
The Masai people are known for their intricate beadwork which crafted into jewelry.
Masai Weapons
The Masai warriors use weapons made from elaborately decorated hardened sticks called rungu. They are used when battling lions. The Masai are fearless.
SAMBURU KUBA checkerboard
This Kuba cloth features a checkerboard pattern. All the shapes are hand-stitched together then top-stitched.
Cheetah Print
Cheetahs are very poor mothers and often leave their young to fend for themselves. We saw one mother with 5 cubs that were playing and wrestling right under our vehicle!
RIFT Escarpment Samburu
The Great Rift Valley runs through Kenya and the escarpment exhibits layers of ancient sediment which are of great archaeological value.
Samburu Seeds
Seeds are spread by the droppings of animals and carried by birds. They can take decades to sprout in some of the driest areas.
Hippo Bubbles Samburu
In every river there are Hippos. You may not know it until you see bubbles…
Samburu Prey
The circle of life is apparent on safari. It is death that brings life and the results can be seen everywhere.
samburu sunstar
This pattern was inspired by the art of punched tin used in lamps.
SAMBURU KUBA LABYRINTH
The Kuba people of the Republic of the Congo make a handwoven cloth that is decorated with geometric shapes. This one is like a labyrinth.
Shaka Stripe Samburu
Shaka, the traditional garb of the Masai, is made from brightly colored striped and plaid cloth. They wear them wrapped around their bodies in multiple layers.