Venture into the heart of the Amazon forest with Nova Kaeru and explore upstream in search of the Arapaima, the giant Amazonian fish also called Pirarucu, which is used to create vegetable-tanned and sustainable skins. The eco-pragmatic approach taken by Nova Kaeru uses solely the skin of traced and regulated fish, already destined for the food industry, thus preserving the species and guaranteeing employment for hundreds of fishing families living across the region. The skins are then ecologically tanned, without the use of chemicals and with natural dyes, while the water used in the tanning process is then used for irrigation. The end result is an organic leather with chlorine-free tanning, available in a range of vibrant colours, which are juxtaposed here with evocative landscapes and local natural features. Let’s dive in and take a closer look. (Exclusive content for Superzoom)
