A New Culture’s Allure

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WordPress’s Weekly Photo Challenge asks us to share one image about  a particular culture.  Aaron states, “So that is your assignment here: inspire curiosity with your photography.”

Short and sweet, here is an image that might inspire curiosity about the annual culture of Ano Viejo in Ecuador.

He has an army of viejos waiting for more war paint!

If you’re curious, follow this link to a post about the end of the year effigy burnings in Ecuador.

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New Year’s Traditions In Ecuador

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Fun Times In Jama Ecuador!

Some people get all dressed up to welcome the new year!

Too Pretty To Be A Guy!

My all-time favorite holiday in Ecuador is not New Year’s Eve itself, but the preparation for New Year’s Eve, when people make or buy the papier mache ‘Los Anos Viejos’ and display them proudly outside their home or business. Richard, one of the staff members of the Portoviejo Museum,  starts making Ano Viejos in August and sells them at the end of each year. A few weeks ago I visited Richard’s home and received a sneak peek of his army of creations!

Richard & family at the Ivo Uquillos retrospective exhibit

Let’s go see his workshop!