Jama/Manabi/Ecuador – Yesterday’s post hinted at a new project that’s underway in this cowboy town: “Jama DOES have one amazing work of art under construction. Thankfully it won’t be burned, but this project in progress deserves its own post.”
No, those cross sections of bamboo are not for a giant tic-tac-toe board!
Unless you passed over the bridge in Jama, you might be totally baffled.
Gallivanta replied, “I am looking forward to that work of art :)”

The hands of the artist Rycardo Alcivar
The highly-talented artist/sculptor Rycardo Alcivar often undertakes an end-of-year bamboo sculpture near the Jama River bridge on the outskirts of Jama.
RECIPE: Take 200 large sections of bamboo, 200 meters of fabric and 200 sticks for a hot-glue gun…

Any guesses?
Bente added, “Work of art? waiting for it! : Continue reading