But that plan changed yesterday afternoon.
I had lunch with Scott Bowers, aka the Costa Rica Guy, whom I have referred to in several posts.
I know that Scott has several different projects on the go, so I wanted to learn more about what he does.
And learn I did.
As well as his main business, Package Costa Rica, he is developing a real estate web site, writes several blogs and his most recent passion...promoting indigenous art.
His work regarding indigenous art is nothing short of amazing.
The website Costa Rican Artisans is still under construction...but check it out.
Long story short, the indigenous art that Scott promotes is produced by tribes of native Indians that are largely ignored by the Costa Rican government.
Scott's commitment is to help sustain rural and indigenous art by offering a platform for artisans to display their works to the outside world.
Through the sale of these handmade arts and crafts, the tribes can generate the money that they need to continue to survive.
The quality of the craftsmanship of these masks is absolutely unbelievable.
The detail of the carving and the intensity of the painted colours are unlike anything I have ever seen before.
The Brunca mask above is one of several that Scott has in his office until it is put on public display.
Similarly, the hand-crafted pottery of the Chorotega artisans is unique and truly one of a kind.
Handling the pottery, I was well aware that I held something very, very special.
Take some time to check out the Costa Rican Artisans website.
Enjoy the stories and the images of the art. Like me, you have probably never seen anything like it before.
Congratulations on the indigenous art project, Scott.
Thanks for your work in creating a platform for this artwork.
Hope the project is as successful as it deserves to be.
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