Artists Gift To Expedition Firm
The exploration Company, a local schools expedition company, has been presented with a picture of Machu Picchu by Wells artist Glenda Maynard.
Based in Wells, the Exploration Company offers school and corporate expeditions to a wide range of destinations including Peru, Tanzania, and Iceland.
Having been on a trip to Peru with her son, Glenda painted the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu and wanted this to be hung somewhere which would reflect her interest in adventure and travel.
She approached the Exploration Company because of the work it does encouraging young people to discover different cultures and environments abroad.
During school expeditions the Exploration company tries to give students the chance to grow and learn in a different culture and environment, enabling them to experience and appreciate new countries while still having the time of their life.
School expeditions often involve a community or environmental project. Past projects have included converting an old building into a library, construction of a classroom, turtle conservation work and even helping out in a small Costa Rican cheese producers.