Visual artist and musician Etson Caminha has a dynamic background as a performer, educator and collaborator. A prominent member of the Timorese artistic community, Etson has developed a number of stomp bands, created numerous murals and works of street art, and composed for theatre, dance and airlines. His oil, acrylic and airbrush paintings have been exhibited in Australia and Europe, many commissioned by NGOs, international artists and former president Jose Ramos-Horta. Etson often plays the role of educator in both music and art, curating group works in Dili and rural areas of Timor while drawing participants from local youth and community groups to develop works in promotion of peace. (from http://www.animatismart.com/exchange/)