The Maya and Smartphones
Several times I have covered the usage of technology by the Maya of Guatemala, either here in the archives of AntiguaDailyPhoto or …
Maya woman cooking corn on the cub
Who wants freshly made corn on the cob? As I have mentioned before, we are hombres de maíz, men of maize, therefore …
We Love Guate
How about you? Can you share with us what are the things that you like about Guatemala.
Guatemalan Fashionistas in Antigua Guatemala
La Antigua Guatemala is the premiere destination for the Guatemalan fashionistas who are looking for the perfect backdrop to showcase their latest …
The Faces of the Hard-working Guatemalan Women
Believe it or not, La Antigua Guatemala is NOT the REAL Guatemala. Well, let me rephrase that, downtown Antigua Guatemala is not …
Big Laughs at Antigua Guatemala’s Parque Central
This picture of two Guatemalan young women laughing so hard at the main square of Antigua Guatemala is my most recent capture …
Corpus Christi and Confirmations in Maya Kaqchikel Town
This past Sunday it seemed as every village and town around Antigua Guatemala was celebrating its patron saint day. Well San Juan …
Smiles in Antigua Guatemala
One of the things one can encounter quite often on the streets of Antigua Guatemala is smiles. Big smiles are everywhere around …
Buying banana leaves for tamales
Almost eight years ago I set out to bring you images of the daily life in and around Antigua Guatemala and for …
International Women’s Day in Antigua Guatemala
As my colleague Willy has said before: Willy: Is today women’s day? Again? Every day is a women’s day! We men surrender …
Typical Veggie Stand in the Antigua Guatemala Villages
These are the vegetables more often eaten my Guatemalans. The green leaves next to the woman are a Guatemalan’s favorite: Macuy, quilete …
Antigua Guatemala is the Perfect Backdrop
There is no doubt that Antigua Guatemala is the most popular venue and backdrop for photography sessions in Guatemala. In other places, …
Why is Belly Dancing So Popular in Antigua Guatemala
Who can explain to me why belly dancing is so popular in Antigua Guatemala. I have seen belly dancers in many activities …
Historic Mother’s Day in Guatemala
First of all, I want to wish a Happy Guatemalan Mother’s Day to all the moms in my family and the world, …
Public Water Faucets in San Pedro Las Huertas
The presence of these chorros; that’s what water faucets are called in Guatemala, is a sure sign that there are still houses …