Despite having been inspired by a multitude of diverse subjects throughout his artistic career, Leonardo Rodriguez Sirtori's gallery owner asks him to compile an exhibition focusing on his dark-skinned portraits.

Artist Leonardo Rodriguez Sirtori talks about how his mixed heritage helped shape his identity early on as well as how he gravitated towards African music, culture and individuals as a young artist living in Portugal.

Artist Leonardo Rodriguez Sirtori speaks about his latest project, a series of portraits that celebrate the nuances of black skin.

Marcelo talks about the properties and benefits of quinoa and amaranth, "superfoods" which have been cultivated since ancient times but are currently gaining international notoriety as nutritional powerhouses.

Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.

Ecuadorian antique shop owner, Víctor Echeverría, shares with us its history and some of its unique treasures.

Meet Alejandro Hermann, a fascinating, world-renowned artist born of an Austrian father and French mother who studied in the best Parisian art schools and resides in Marbella, Spain.

Meet Joaquín Pérez, an award-winning Andalusian Nativity Scene sculptor.

An Ecuadorian player of the siku, a traditional Andean instrument, tells us how his music has taken him around the world.

Cleer tells us about her favorite hobby and its many benefits, as well as some of the other things she enjoys doing.

Meet Cesar Flores, the owner of the Kory Malku Andean shoe store in Otavalo, Ecuador.

Natalia from Ecuador introduces us to the largely indigenous and extremely fascinating city of Otavalo, considered to be the "intercultural capital" of Ecuador.