The streets of Central in Rio de Janeiro is the setting for a new project I've been working on while in Rio. To the left of Central station lies a bustling Afro-Brazilian community, amongst them live and work African immigrants. Many of whom have lived in Brazil for over 10 years and consider Brazil home.... Continue Reading →
A lighter shade of Black… Observations of racial identity in Rio
This post is not an academic essay on Racial Identity. It's simply a personal account of what I've witnessed and experienced while in Rio/Brazil, and thoughts of locals and expats I have met. If you come to Brazil thinking racism doesn't exist (or you chose to label it 'classism' - another topic in itself, as... Continue Reading →
Central: Street Success pt1
The streets of Central in Rio de Janeiro is the setting for a new project I've been working on while in Rio. Behind the grande façade of Central station; Rio's most important railway station, lies a bustling Afro-Brazilian community. Amongst them live and work African migrants, many of whom have lived in Brazil for over 10 years... Continue Reading →
Central Street Success pt4
The streets of Central in Rio de Janeiro is the setting for a new project I've been working on while in Rio. To the left of Central station lies a bustling Afro-Brazilian community, amongst them live and work African immigrants. Many of whom have lived in Brazil for over 10 years and consider Brazil home.... Continue Reading →
Central Street Success pt3
The streets of Central in Rio de Janeiro is the setting for a new project I've been working on while in Rio de Janeiro. To the left of Central station lies a bustling Afro-Brazilian community, amongst them live and work African immigrants. Many of whom have lived in Brazil for over 10 years and consider... Continue Reading →
Central Street Success pt2
The streets of Central in Rio de Janeiro is the setting for a new project I've been working on while in Rio. To the left of Central station lies a bustling Afro-Brazilian community, amongst them live and work African immigrants. Many of whom have lived in Brazil for over 10 years and consider Brazil home.... Continue Reading →
This Time Last Year… Israel
This time last year I was in Israel. How can approx 365 days have flown by so fast? Despite the political issues (I'm not getting into that topic), I had a great experience in Israel. I've been meaning to go back but as alway time (and many other factors) prevent this. I met Vondi at... Continue Reading →
A picture is worth a 1000 words… Where am I?
This one's easy peasy! Leave your guesses in a comment 🙂
Original and Ecological… The Push/Pull purse!
Meet Paulo, better known as Gregorio-praia-ipanema. He sells purses made from Coca-Cola tabs. Yes that right. So next time you're throwing away a can, think of all the unique purses Gregorio can make! I ask him a few questions and he answers each one with a full smile, lots of humour and positivity to match...... Continue Reading →
Tour Guide to Rio de Janeiro
The best way to see Rio de Janeiro is with a local who can show you not only the important tourist attractions, but also the hidden gems the city has to offer. Meet Rodrigo Pires. He has worked as a Tour Guide in Rio for 7 years. Extremely passionate about his job he tells me,... Continue Reading →