Grisel Garcia Risco Archives

Habanarte Festival Begins

September 13, 2014November 19, 2014

From September 11-21 the Cuban capital is immersed in the first edition of “Habanarte ‘. Sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, the all-encompassing event involves around a thousand Cuban artists of all demonstrations; including music, visual arts, literature, film, dance and theater. (33 photos)

Old Havana’s Living Statues

September 6, 2014November 5, 2014

“Living” or “human statues” have become a veritable socio-cultural phenomenon in many cities around the world. In Havana, they have been a popular form of street-art for quite some time, particularly in the busier parts of the old town. (36 photos)