From the Tribe was started up out of a long-term love affair I have had with Africa over the last 27 years.
I have spent my life making wildlife documentaries all over the world, but mainly in Africa. In between filming snakes, elephants and rhinos with my family, I collected pieces I loved and brought them back to my home in the UK. Over many years I established lasting relationships with women's groups and crafts people in some of the remotest areas of Kenya.
There is such a rich tradition of beautiful handiwork and skills in Africa I thought it would be great to create a platform for them to sell over here. By bringing their products to a wider market, the livelihoods of these artisans and their communities are empowered and improved, enabling sustainable trade and economic autonomy. I do not have large numbers of our pieces, as they are all bespoke, and designs change constantly.
My husband and two children have supported me in this venture... helped me choose and bring pieces home every time we go camping in Africa! We have all enjoyed creating a contemporary tribal vibe in our home - a little corner of Africa here in Bristol in the UK.
Every piece tells a story of a person and a place...and transports us to adventures far from here...
Feel free to contact me for more detailed information on any of the pieces. I can also source specific pieces and designs for you.
Many thanks,
Jo Scofield
I have spent my life making wildlife documentaries all over the world, but mainly in Africa. In between filming snakes, elephants and rhinos with my family, I collected pieces I loved and brought them back to my home in the UK. Over many years I established lasting relationships with women's groups and crafts people in some of the remotest areas of Kenya.
There is such a rich tradition of beautiful handiwork and skills in Africa I thought it would be great to create a platform for them to sell over here. By bringing their products to a wider market, the livelihoods of these artisans and their communities are empowered and improved, enabling sustainable trade and economic autonomy. I do not have large numbers of our pieces, as they are all bespoke, and designs change constantly.
My husband and two children have supported me in this venture... helped me choose and bring pieces home every time we go camping in Africa! We have all enjoyed creating a contemporary tribal vibe in our home - a little corner of Africa here in Bristol in the UK.
Every piece tells a story of a person and a place...and transports us to adventures far from here...
Feel free to contact me for more detailed information on any of the pieces. I can also source specific pieces and designs for you.
Many thanks,
Jo Scofield