antonfoek The Visionary Behind The MAZE Bob Nadkarni, a British journalist and filmmaker, moved to Rio de Janeiro over 40 years ago with a dream that extended far beyond his own artistic pursuits. He founded The MAZE not just as his home and art studio but as a cultural beacon in the heart of Catete.…
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As the G20 summit unfolds in the picturesque setting of Rio de Janeiro’s Marina da Glória, the world’s gaze turns towards Brazil. This iconic location, steeped in history and natural beauty, serves as more than just a backdrop – it embodies the potential Brazil holds on the international stage. Let’s explore how this event, coupled…
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Ah, Donald and Zé Carioca! A dynamic duo whose friendship transcends borders and languages, brought to life by the magic of Walt Disney. But their creation wasn’t just a stroke of genius – it was a fascinating blend of cultural exchange and artistic inspiration. Donald Duck: Donald’s roots go back to 1934, starring in the…
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Sunrise in Rio de Janeiro – I captured this footage on Christmas Day 2023 at The MAZE in Catete. Anton Foek had inspired me to do some intro clip with the Music of Richard Strauss: “Also sprach Zarathustra”. After a gig on Christmas Dinner in Copacabana – I played the piano at the JW Marriott…
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by Gabe Ponce de Leon The first time I walked through its doors, back in 2005, the Maze was just a family home. Its main claim to fame, at that point, was having been featured in the Snoop Dog video “Beautiful.” But I was completely blown away by the setup: The idiosyncratic design of the…
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Innocence in Brazil Arriving for the first time on a quiet Sunday afternoon on a domestic flight from Belo Horizonte at the Santos Dumont city airport of an almost silent Rio de Janeiro. May 1969. I Immediately feel at home. The sounds, the temperature, the light that is constantly changing, the sea, the beach, the…
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Rio de Janeiro, Monday, January 25, 2021 – Somewhere in Flamengo, within walking distance of the beach, you’ll find the Largo do Machado, a square with majestic royal palm trees and the church that dominates the cityscape. Where retired men play dominoes. Where flower and plant stalls dominate on the markets. And on Saturdays the bookstores.…
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