I didn’t know it at the time, but the name of this stunning cathedral was originally designed to become the largest cathedral in all of South America.
Archive | Andes Mtns Hat Weaving
Photographs of quaint Quito, the Andes Mountains, and hat weavers from Ecuador.
Cuenca Textiles and Market
The market in Cuenca was a fun and lively place. The colorful textiles lining the avenues and store fronts added a lot of character to the market.
Last Day in Cuenca
We did drive the winding roads up into one of the many surrounding mountains that circumscribe Cuenca in order to meet the famous ceramicist, Eduardo Vega.
Cuenca Flower Market
As expected of a town in a tropical climate, the flowers in the Cuenca market were bright and colorful.
Ecuador: Chorteleg Jewelry
On our way back from San Martin del Bushio, we made a touristy detour to Chordeleg, a town famous for its talent in making jewelry.
Weaving a Panama Hat
This woman was the head of the weaver’s association in Cuenca. There was a stoic elegance about her as she weaved.
San Martin del Bushio Weavers
Ecuador San Martin del Bushio Panama Hat Weaving Village Andes Mountains Weavers V – Ecuador Photos
Our mission in San Martin del Bushio: photograph (or video, if your name is Jordan Elwell) the hat weavers at work.
San Martin del Bushio Village
We were driven to the village of San Martin del Bushio high in the hills of the Andes Mtns. I was blown away by the beauty of these steep mountains…
Ecuador: Photographing the Factory
With such a quick turn around from my college graduation to landing in Quito and then arriving in Cuenca, I was a bit sleep deprived.
Ecuador: Drying Hats
An Interesting Ecuador fact is that although technically it was winter, in general, Ecuador is devoid of distinctive seasons because of its proximity the equator.
Ecuador: Toquilla Straw
Toquilla is a very delicate type of straw, so it must be woven by hand.
Sorting Panama Hats
In 2009 I was hired by Panador, the world’s largest Panama Hat company, to travel to Ecuador and photograph their hats and how they are made.