ECUADOR: Every so often Life presents us with precious gifts when we least expect them. Didier Galindo breezed into my life during the opening of The Mola Series back in May of this year. We became instant friends, and have enjoyed swapping ideas and attitudes about art. While my paintings made their three-museum “Mola Series” tour, Didier was busy working on material for his upcoming show, Senderos de Luz, in Bahia de Caraquez. (Mola Series Summary- see: My Cup Runneth Over)
Several weeks ago after a work week with ESCoffee in Guayaquil, I stopped in Manta and visited with Didier. Finished with his paintings, he walked with me across town, and I introduced him to my multi-talented friend, Gonzalo, who does my printing. As we criss-crossed lanes of traffic, Didier witnessed my concern when an acquaintance from my past appeared with no warning. Continue reading