As a Quechua Indian from the land of ancient Incas, I was born into a tradition of hand crafted jewelry. My artistic journey began at the age of 8. Today, I reinterpret my tribal traditions into a new contemporary art form. As an artist, my desire is to transform the gifts of Mother Nature into intricate pieces of jewelry that inspire and excite.

My technique uses pliers, hammers and drills with no heat, jigs, commercial chains or findings. I create each original piece by hand using silver and gold wire where ever individual chain, clasp and hook is hand twisted. Every piece I create is truly unique.

1996-Present: TAWA/Luis Espinoza          Atlanta, GA

Artist/Owner

                Owner of TAWA, an original, hand crafted jewelry studio. I am responsible for all design and creation.

1980-1996: Inca Traditions                            Lima, Peru

Artist/Owner

                Responsible for all operations of Inca Traditions, an original hand crafted jewelry company.

Awards – 1996-2007

Best in show, Blowing Rock Art in the Park                           Blowing Rock, NC

Award of Excellence, Magic City Art Connection                                Birmingham, AL

First Place Jewelry, Festival in the Park                                   Charlotte, NC

Second Place Jewelry, Gum Tree Art Festival                      Tupelo, MS

Third Place Jewelry, Marianna Arts Festival                          Marianna, FL

Award of Honor, Halifax Art Festival                                        Ormond Beach, FL

Award of Merit, Fairhope Art and Craft Festival                 Fairhope, AL

Award of Merit, Gum Tree Art Festival                                   Tupelo, MS

Award of Merit, Magic City Art Connection                          Birmingham, AL