I have visited Tufi Resort several times and all I can say is “It keeps getting better!” The beauty and peacefulness of Oro Province is unmatched.  Along with the incredible food, service and accommodations of the resort, the culture is fantastic. I have filmed the village experiences, shared many touching moments and learned a vast amount about life in Oro. The material went into a lecture series and media piece to talk about the connections between people and nature.  I had the opportunity to share one of the 5 minute media pieces with two of the village chiefs, Luke and William. Their reaction to seeing themselves and family was quite emotional and you could see the pride in their faces.  This is one of the best parts of being a photographer for me.  Tourism is good for cultural preservation, according to Luke.  The children of the village are much more engaged in their heritage than 10 years ago. ..read the rest of this post »