When making street photographs, I often choose a particular building as a backdrop. In this case, I chose a very old building under reconstruction. I liked its foundation of ancient stones. Partially draped in plastic tarps, and festooned with ropes and wires, the building represents Cuenca’s continual efforts to renew itself. I then waited for a cross section of Cuencanos to parade below the building, bringing the scene to life. A woman leads the charge up the street, her child in hand. Another woman in traditional Andean costume follows – her brilliant red skirt creating the focal point for the entire image. Two men bring up the rear – they look as if they may be on their way to work.