poorism, helpful or harmful?
2009.06.04 12:05
Proponents say it’s eye-opening, opponents say it’s voyeurism. Amidst the debate, one man has already taken the global phenomenon of poverty tourism –-or poorism– to Jakarta’s kampungs. “Please wear sturdy shoes or sandals and not your best clothes. You may find conditions in the communities less pleasant and comfortable than what is usual for you. [...]
dyeing with mother nature…
2009.06.01 14:12
Dying to try out some do-it-yourself dyeing? Look no further, the plants and trees around us are gifts from nature for the colors of our clothes. And local plants and trees were indeed where 50-year-old Sancaya Rini looked to when she tried to figure out a way to color her batik scarves without polluting the [...]
