I've been to Fes twice now; once with my program to learn about the craftspeople and artisans who have made their living here for 800-1300 years, and once to meet friends and explore. It's an hour on the train to and from Meknes, and we happened to catch a stunning sunset on our way home.
Who needs google maps when you have obscure arrows pointing you the way in the medina?
We toured the mosaic and pottery cooperative, where they took us through every stage of their process, from throwing on the wheel to firing to final decorations.
Every individual mosaic piece is made by hand – every shape from square to star.
Half-finished mosaic tables and other works sit waiting for metalwork
Each piece was painted by hand
And of course, the showroom was lovely.
