Molas

Molas are. . .

• An indigenous art form of the Kuna people

The Kuna. . .

• Are the native peoples of Colombia

• mostly live on islands called the “San Blas” islands

• Still make molas to this day.

Molas. . .

• Are a part of the traditional clothing of the Kuna women

• were a form of body painting.

• changed into a fabric form after the Spanish invaded South America.

Our project. . .

• We will use paint and soap to create images inspired by the Molas of the Kuna people

• Check out these examples. . .