Crafting Art, Weaving Community: A Conversation with Rugmaker Omari Martin
Omari Martin is a 23-year-old rugmaker and the owner of Way Too Tuft. He has been in the business of making handmade custom rugs for about a year and a half. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Omari creates tufted rugs using 100% acrylic material. His rugs can be made in any size and design, and he also offers 3D sculpting with clippers to give the rugs a unique and textured look.
Omari discusses his journey as a rugmaker. He shares how he got into rug making after working at Target and wanting to start his own business. Omari explains the process of making tufted rugs and how he collaborates with clients to bring their designs to life. He talks about the challenges and rewards of running his own business and his aspirations to become a well-known rug brand. Omari also discusses his influences and inspirations, as well as his desire to teach others the art of rug making.
In this broadcast, we unravel:
- Omari's fascinating transition from retail to entrepreneurship, diving into the story behind his shift from working at Target to launching his own rug-making business.
- The intricate artistry behind Omari's tufted rugs, crafted from 100% acrylic material and featuring the distinct touch of 3D sculpting with clippers, adding a unique and captivating dimension to his creations.
- The collaborative realm of Omari's rug-making process, as we uncover how he partners with clients to transform their visions into tactile reality, offering bespoke rugs that transcend size and design constraints.
- Omari's diverse collaborations with businesses, artists, and musicians, as we uncover his open-hearted approach to custom rug design, catering to anyone who seeks a one-of-a-kind piece.
- Omari's aspirations come alive as we venture into his dream project, peering into the world of potential collaborations with Bel Air, Rick Ross, and Bret Barrich, uncovering the creative sparks that drive his ambitions.
Join me in celebrating the talent and creativity of Omari Martin, a rug maker who is taking the art world by storm. Don't miss his interview on The Truth in Us Art podcast!
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart
Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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Omari Martin
Omari Martin is a 23-year-old rugmaker and the owner of Way Too Tuft. He has been in the business of making handmade custom rugs for about a year and a half. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Omari creates tufted rugs using 100% acrylic material. His rugs can be made in any size and design, and he also offers 3D sculpting with clippers to give the rugs a unique and textured look.