They keep these HIDDEN in CAMEROON 🇨🇲[S7-E68]

In this episode, I am riding from Banyo, in the north of Cameroon, to Foumban. Little did I know, they are making the most incredible huge bronze statues, hidden in this small village, behind some houses. Absolute masterpieces and true craftsmanship.
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  • @BigMamaCat
    @BigMamaCat5 ай бұрын

    The craftsmanship of the bronze is incredible and the door of the museum is amazing - a piece of their history.

  • @Rajeev_Ralph327
    @Rajeev_Ralph3275 ай бұрын

    This African series is so real and candid.. the bronze craftsman is a former teacher, "ANY QUESTION!" 😀 ...

  • @JustAsaph

    @JustAsaph

    5 ай бұрын

    haha

  • @nicelady51

    @nicelady51

    5 ай бұрын

    I would have asked him, "Will there be a test?" I think the easiest thing to take away from the bronze statue process is where it gets it humble beginnings. Tha shit from tha cow! I wonder who thought of that?!? 😆❤

  • @Rajeev_Ralph327

    @Rajeev_Ralph327

    5 ай бұрын

    haha yea @@nicelady51

  • @jprosey

    @jprosey

    3 ай бұрын

    i said the same thing he explained very well for their to be a language barrier

  • @frasemci
    @frasemci5 ай бұрын

    That bronze work is incredible, thanks for taking us along. Africa just looks so beautiful.

  • @shanac5536

    @shanac5536

    4 ай бұрын

    Not going to lie, I was thinking about cow poo the entire time I missed the entire lesson 😂

  • @lynx141
    @lynx1415 ай бұрын

    The guys with the cattle. The way they made room for Itchy with a smile. Such civility.

  • @amebleyk6189

    @amebleyk6189

    5 ай бұрын

    It really put a smile on my face

  • @amarcorreia1726

    @amarcorreia1726

    20 күн бұрын

    @@amebleyk6189 Yes 😊 Was cool.

  • @thomasmixson7064
    @thomasmixson70645 ай бұрын

    My wife & I are part of a group that began initiated and support a village school in Cameroon about 30 years ago. Today, that effort has expanded to more than 30 schools. Besides providing material aid to student's families, full scholarships to university are also available.

  • @JudehEmpire

    @JudehEmpire

    5 ай бұрын

    Thats great. As a cameroonian living in USA, i want to applaud u for the great job

  • @SirmeDon

    @SirmeDon

    5 ай бұрын

    God bless you i also support children's home in kenya ❤🇰🇪🇰🇪

  • @thomasmixson7064

    @thomasmixson7064

    5 ай бұрын

    @JudehEmpire others have dedicated their entire adult lives to these efforts, we here at home support them with prayer & money. This is, but one of our churches attempts to "put legs" on Christ's admonitions to love in tangible means. Faith without works is dead.

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    5 ай бұрын

    Wow!

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@SirmeDonwhere?

  • @TinyBudha.
    @TinyBudha.5 ай бұрын

    This is called lost-wax technique. This is an ancient technique by which sculptures were made. Evidence of this can be seen in ancient civilizations. Like " Dancing girl (approx4000 BC)" in Indus valley civilization. The oldest known examples of this technique are approximately 6,500 year old (4550-4450 BC) and attributed to gold artefacts found at Bulgaria's Varna Necropolis. A copper amulet from Mehrgarh in Indus Valley civilization is dated to approx 4,000 BC. I'm from India ,I love your bolggs! Love you ! 🇮🇳💗

  • @bertanelson8062

    @bertanelson8062

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for info!

  • @geoffhalstead1811

    @geoffhalstead1811

    5 ай бұрын

    This method can and does produce the most complex and detailed castings imaginable.

  • @Milen4u

    @Milen4u

    5 ай бұрын

    Hello from Varna, Bulgaria! That's interesting to know.

  • @neilurquhart8622

    @neilurquhart8622

    5 ай бұрын

    Also known as investment casting process. Back in the 1960’s I was involved in the design and manufacture of scientific instrumentation components which required very little machining after casting therefore saving time and money. I had no idea that it would have been used in African countries today……very interesting

  • @JoStylin

    @JoStylin

    5 ай бұрын

    I;m sure they know nothing bout India. This is an ancient practice in Africa also. It has very little to do with India or Bulgaria. Also, did those other cultures use cow dung like the Cameroonians? There are too many intricate aspects of the Cameroonian technique that differentiates it. Placing it under a single label of "lost wax" and then claiming ti originates elsewhere undermines the history of these people. Go and learn about the ancient Yoruba Bronze of Ife Ife. And the Igbo iron smelting site at Nsukka dated to 2,000 BC.

  • @THE-APEX
    @THE-APEX5 ай бұрын

    A smile is truly global currency.

  • @yikemikehappa2463

    @yikemikehappa2463

    5 ай бұрын

    Very very true!!

  • @northislander4evasir107
    @northislander4evasir1075 ай бұрын

    These episodes are one of the highlights of my week. I like how everyone is so welcoming and friendly. But of course they are. Learning about the life of other cultures grows the mind and the soul.

  • @ron7447
    @ron74475 ай бұрын

    Amazing bronze creations. So many steps to make them. He shows them off with pride. Thanks for sharing Noraly 😊

  • @kazallendesign

    @kazallendesign

    5 ай бұрын

    Those bronzes were incredible. I wonder if the artists realize just how special they are? Wow.

  • @GM_-

    @GM_-

    5 ай бұрын

    @@kazallendesign they're using the famous lost wax method that they used to make the Nataraja bronzes in South India. One of these bronzes is installed outside the CERN complex in Switzerland.

  • @JoStylin

    @JoStylin

    5 ай бұрын

    @@GM_- I;m sure they know nothing bout India. This is an ancient practice in Afrrica also. It has very little to do with India.

  • @haggielady

    @haggielady

    5 ай бұрын

    The lost wax method is used worldwide. I had a ring made in Costa Rica this way.

  • @PieterSwart-il8ew

    @PieterSwart-il8ew

    13 күн бұрын

    @@kazallendesign It was really amazing to see this the step that is going into it to make there objects....

  • @sandratekish95
    @sandratekish955 ай бұрын

    I'm a Cameroonian but I've never been to these places and the crisis just made things worse. I hope peace returns to my country so we can move freely and enjoy the goodness of our country.

  • @abdulharuna8674

    @abdulharuna8674

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen. 🙏

  • @caturlifelive

    @caturlifelive

    5 ай бұрын

    your country so beautiful

  • @ilsezwaan2629

    @ilsezwaan2629

    5 ай бұрын

    Beautiful country and lovely people so far! I hope things return to normal soon. ❤ take care!

  • @kfelix2934

    @kfelix2934

    5 ай бұрын

    Just remember the crisis is not the whole parts CM. I was back in Cameroon in 2020 and just loved it. Been here a half dozen times, but Yaounde is my favorite place. No hustle, much quieter, and simpler. My ex-wife was born in CM and her uncle was the ambassador to Guinea Equatorial at one time. My current girl friend is Cameroonian originally from Mamfe she has not been to CM in over 15 years.

  • @TheMadmacs

    @TheMadmacs

    5 ай бұрын

    with such big hearts and big souls, peace will always come.

  • @mattrie2730
    @mattrie27305 ай бұрын

    One major lesson I have learnt from watching Noraly video is: "keep on moving no matter the obstacle". It's a great life lesson for me.

  • @jasonzerbini2375

    @jasonzerbini2375

    5 ай бұрын

    Yes great wisdom indeed - always looking forward, moving forward. Don't dwell on what's behind. Peace!

  • @UnboxxingKate316
    @UnboxxingKate3165 ай бұрын

    This Cameroonian explaining to you speaks excellent English. Wow 👌 He explains well. These artisans are so talented in working with bronze 👌 and they work with such great precision 😊

  • @evah787

    @evah787

    3 ай бұрын

    Agree - beautifully explained.... Thank you 🇦🇺

  • @u6jf
    @u6jf5 ай бұрын

    Noraly, Thanks for taking us into Cameroon. It's amazing how you bring out the best of everyone you meet, and leave them smiling. You are an ambassador of good will on your two wheel Alaska. Looking forward to seeing the rest of Cameroon with you and everyone else. Safe travels...

  • @WhiteTiger333
    @WhiteTiger3335 ай бұрын

    The man cheerfully running to move his cattle out of your way - that really made me smile. 🤩 The rural equivalent of opening a door for a lady. And that museum - what an unusual and very cool work of art! Great symbolism, too. And the bronze factory. That was completely fascinating to learn. When he described the process, then explained the function of the funnel, I got how it works. The simple, yet intricate process and the finished items. Holy wow!! Thank you for showing us all of this.

  • @Sammy_M1K
    @Sammy_M1K5 ай бұрын

    68 episodes into the season and I am still blown away by the skill from the people in these countries. They literally let nothing go to waste, and not only that but the type of mind it takes to create these types of treasures is impressive. Just wonderful to see.

  • @juliafox7904
    @juliafox79045 ай бұрын

    Amazing artists and again , lovely people. Thank you Noraly , for introducing us to the culture and nature of Cameroon.

  • @davetomlinson9063
    @davetomlinson90635 ай бұрын

    Watching this makes me believe the world is full of good people well done Noraly.

  • @munter10

    @munter10

    5 ай бұрын

    "the world is full of good people" . . . not quite true, unfortunately the top positions of power attract the most corrupt people, as in Africa's case, this is why Africa is so broken. The "good people" are left at the bottom struggling from day to day.

  • @aoacasoporpriscilaraquel7928

    @aoacasoporpriscilaraquel7928

    5 ай бұрын

    I have the same feeling.

  • @ronnronn55

    @ronnronn55

    5 ай бұрын

    The good people don't tend to make the headlines. They are busy living instead of pushing their agenda on to every one else with less advantage than they have.

  • @MisterJaay
    @MisterJaay5 ай бұрын

    Wow, congratulations. As a fellow KZreadr abd Cameroonian I must say you're traveling my country better than I have my whole life. Be safe. Hope no police officer asks you for money

  • @iam_imwa

    @iam_imwa

    5 ай бұрын

    GIVE ME MONIE NAH😀

  • @AnimalsKevin

    @AnimalsKevin

    5 ай бұрын

    Hahahaa😂

  • @langatbarnabas848

    @langatbarnabas848

    5 ай бұрын

    yeah they say an American or European can come to Africa and travel freely the entire Africa more than an African from Africa,the consequences of Africa partitioning, western education, western medicine and religions

  • @bienzkyjordan4499

    @bienzkyjordan4499

    5 ай бұрын

    Say the police officer in check points " give me money " 😅😅😅

  • @movementmathebula828

    @movementmathebula828

    5 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 naija 🙌

  • @JoStylin
    @JoStylin5 ай бұрын

    Wow, Noraly. You are full of surprises. I thought you would have given up after the stress of Nigeria. Not only did you power through it, but you also delivered amazing cultural content from Cameroon. I really appreciated the presentation by the man at the bronze workshop. I was disappointed when the video ended.

  • @bjw5325

    @bjw5325

    5 ай бұрын

    Noraly is one person I don't expect to give up. Mud, weather, corrupt police, she keeps on going, as amazing as it is for a lone woman to ride around the world!

  • @MelodiesOfMamaAfrica

    @MelodiesOfMamaAfrica

    5 ай бұрын

    Which stress in Nigeria? Because a police officer playfully ask her for money and did not stop her when she politely and deftly refused.

  • @JoStylin

    @JoStylin

    5 ай бұрын

    @@MelodiesOfMamaAfrica@MelodiesOfMamaAfrica The stress of having to go through 10 different checkpoints in the space of one hour. The stress of people annoyingly asking for money instead of focusing on their job.

  • @kelvinkeshi4295

    @kelvinkeshi4295

    5 ай бұрын

    @JoStylin, Yes, what "stress" in Nigeria exactly are you on about??? The fact you were quick to reply to @MelodiesOfMamaAfrica with so much energy betrays your initial bias. Security checkpoints to guarantee the safety of road travelers suddenly become "stress"? I think I understand why you'd love to fish for and exaggerate any minor negatives and ignore the main highlights, as long as it's Nigeria. We have 5x of your country's military strength and manpower and can afford to mount 2-3 of them at every 500 meters, which your numbers can't.

  • @nomaddiaries9790

    @nomaddiaries9790

    5 ай бұрын

    @@kelvinkeshi4295 You don’t need so many security check points to guarantee safety. You just need well behaved citizens. Interestingly, it’s the security men who are making travellers uncomfortable. How about training the security men to behave themselves and stop abusing their positions of authority?

  • @romymongalini3838
    @romymongalini38385 ай бұрын

    Amazing people the Cameroonians are. I heard about Cameroon from our priest who came from there. With your visits and interactions with them, I can now see why they missed Cameroon. Keep on and keep safe!

  • @DianeGleason-tc9zd
    @DianeGleason-tc9zd5 ай бұрын

    Withth the world upside down, it’s a pleasure to enjoy Noraly’s adventures around the world on Alaska …. What an interesting video today! Thanks!

  • @sedekiebility9477
    @sedekiebility94775 ай бұрын

    Noraly is a real adventurer. She can eat all the food that comes her way. I am really proud ❤

  • @janetleeharrison
    @janetleeharrison5 ай бұрын

    Super fascinating procedure for the bronze sculptures. The details in the faces/bodies of the three large statues were beautifully done. And those large jaguars so artistically stylized, just stunning - really talented people in this location. Lovely people!💖

  • @twister80

    @twister80

    5 ай бұрын

    They are meant to be panthers ...a symbol of power across many tribes in cameroon

  • @ciberbri59
    @ciberbri595 ай бұрын

    Spontaneous acts of help and kindness and welcome to complete strangers seems like such an African thing as far as stereotypes go. Alaska seemed to go quite well in the muck this episode. Who doubts Noraly will join the ranks of the great travelers of history with her buoyant nature and excellent videography. May her boots always be itchy . Work like a spider and look out for snakes.

  • @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
    @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr5 ай бұрын

    The ride today was much better than yesterday! Muddy, but not so treacherous! The people are very nice, friendly and helpful along the way! Plus, your tour of the bronze casting area was amazing. The pieces of work they do are really nice. Thanks for sharing another day of your adventure. Ride safe Noraly!

  • @skaboy1396
    @skaboy13965 ай бұрын

    I was eagerly awaiting the next episode. Amazing! That guy in bronze works was a very good teacher. Their skill and works are incredible ❤

  • @chrisbedford5108
    @chrisbedford51085 ай бұрын

    I'm so truly so amazed at Noraly having the guts, determination and spirit of adventure to travel the world alone on a bike. I'm a bike rider myself and frankly am rather envious. (Actually incredibly envious, your living a life I wish I had.) Noraly, I wish you a safe journey and best wishes.

  • @user-yh6wx7pn8z

    @user-yh6wx7pn8z

    5 ай бұрын

    She's too brave

  • @tanyabooysen3958
    @tanyabooysen39585 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Noraly, an amazing history lesson. The young man showing his bronze work is very proud of his amazing technique. ❤

  • @oswaldek
    @oswaldek5 ай бұрын

    It's a delight to watch Nora exploring my country and teaching me things I never knew about. So much respect and love for you.

  • @robinwells8879

    @robinwells8879

    5 ай бұрын

    Nora the explora!😂

  • @ragweed3524
    @ragweed35245 ай бұрын

    It was nice to see you were able to finally get a chance to break from so much hard riding and see some beautiful customs and history. The 💩mud certainly was interesting. Such intricate and beautiful art after so many processes. Without you, many of us would never have a clue how all these things, sold in markets, comes about. Very interesting day Noraly. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @Olieman2012
    @Olieman20125 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you crossed Nigeria without any trouble. Cameroon in comparison is paradise: kind people and I really liked the bronze workshop.

  • @OtheDaddy

    @OtheDaddy

    5 ай бұрын

    Both counries are cool, although Cameroon is coolest; with the best kitchen in the world!

  • @recumbentrocks2929
    @recumbentrocks29295 ай бұрын

    That was fascinating to see how they made those bronze objects. And that museum was out of this world. Looking forward to more educational episodes like this one. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

  • @ossamaessbai7895
    @ossamaessbai78955 ай бұрын

    That traditional music group was awesome ❤

  • @thrizrides
    @thrizrides5 ай бұрын

    This is better than NETFLIX! Thank you for being this courageous and travel the World while sharing it with us. You're an amazing woman! Wish you a 2024 full of new adventures and full os safety and health 🙏🤗 Thank you for filling my life with new cultures, new smiles and kindness ❤🇵🇹

  • @daverow49
    @daverow495 ай бұрын

    Just WOW! The scenery is breathtaking. You are showing us things that we have never seen or knew about. I like learning about the world, so thank you for taking us to places we will never get the chance to see. Enjoy your time in Cameroon and safe travels.

  • @natehendricksen3338
    @natehendricksen33385 ай бұрын

    Absolutely incredible! The talent and craftsmanship of the foundry is amazing. Thank you so much for sharing beautiful Cameroon with us.

  • @chrisweird1566
    @chrisweird15665 ай бұрын

    the ingenuity and talent of those artists/sculptors is incredible and honestly deserves so much more credit!! amazing work.

  • @trippontwowheels
    @trippontwowheels5 ай бұрын

    It’s been wonderful to be able to watch you over the holidays Noraly. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and be safe!

  • @dstanley4455
    @dstanley44555 ай бұрын

    Fantastic journey today! beautiful countryside, friendly people, good to excellent muddy puddles in places, delicious looking food, snakes and spider history so interesting, and the bronze factory tour was terrific. THANK YOU! 🕷😃

  • @kwakuopoku-ware6015
    @kwakuopoku-ware60155 ай бұрын

    00:02 Exploring Banyo in Cameroon 02:02 Descending down from the mountains into the heat 05:53 Unexpected encounters while exploring Cameroon 09:12 Exploring the palace and museum of the previous kings in Cameroon 11:40 Crafting bronze objects using unique materials and techniques 13:20 The process of creating bronze objects in Cameroon 15:22 Traditional bronze casting process in Cameroon 16:56 Cameroon's hidden treasures: natural pigments and traditional uses

  • @badfinger61
    @badfinger615 ай бұрын

    Merry (belated) Christmas to you, Noraly. Best wishes for 2024. Your West Africa adventures have been incredible to watch and I know you have many more kilometres to travel yet in this region. And so, I wish you good weather, good roads (wherever possible!), and good health. May you and Alaska continue safely on your journey into 2024 and beyond.

  • @DOGWOMAN55

    @DOGWOMAN55

    5 ай бұрын

    How do you tell if the fuel in the bottles is good?

  • @cheeseburger9232

    @cheeseburger9232

    5 ай бұрын

    @@DOGWOMAN55she doesn’t have any other choice, in other countries she has used a filter in the gas tank.

  • @toyinonagoruwa4183

    @toyinonagoruwa4183

    5 ай бұрын

    She's no longer in West Africa.

  • @tyrannicaltypomichaeltester

    @tyrannicaltypomichaeltester

    5 ай бұрын

    More adventures Awesome seeing it through your eyes

  • @abdulharuna8674
    @abdulharuna86745 ай бұрын

    I deeply appreciate and admire the industry and skills of those men. They're quite meticulous at their art. Well done, Noraly. And Merry Christmas. Following your channel is worthwhile. Thank you.

  • @zenabubawah3708
    @zenabubawah37085 ай бұрын

    That's fascinating. The bronze made from cow poop and mud are incredible. The gentleman is brilliant and knowledgeable, he is a good teacher, he explains into details. Cow dump is precious. In some parts they use them for building.

  • @elizabethsonko3714
    @elizabethsonko37145 ай бұрын

    Congratulations Noraly on surpassing two million subscribers. Richly deserved,as you put out first class content every single time. Can't wait for 2024 and to see you reach 3million. Happy New year and safe travels.

  • @feelgeorge
    @feelgeorge5 ай бұрын

    Merry Christmas. I think this video is extremely important and I will explain why. In Nigeria, the bini tribe, located in Benin city, Nigeria( goes back to 10th century) are famous for there bronze /wooden/ ivory art works which can be found in alot of western museums especially the British museum in London. In 1938 a couple of broze sculpture were found in Nigeria, at ile ife ( home of Yoruba) which dated back to the 14th century. The Origin of the art work from ile ife has been lost. The method used in making the broze art work in this video is very similar to the benin art work. What caught my eye in this video is how similar the figures are in style/ design to the art works found in 1938 at ile ife in Nigeria.. There is clearly a connection btw old Benin kingdom in Nigeria, the art works found in 1938 in ile ife in Nigeria and the broze maker in Cameroon. For context the old Benin empire in Nigeria ( not to be confused with the country Benin) spanned across a few western African countries. This video proofs the great empire of Benin in Nigeria still has a cultural impact on other western African culture but also may provide more clues as to the origin of the art work from at Ile ife in 1938..

  • @TheVerendus
    @TheVerendus5 ай бұрын

    Those statues are INCREDIBLE! I was confused by the process he was explaining until he said how the wax flows out and leaves a negative space, that is such an awesome way to make a mold. I love these videos because they are living proof that people are born good and want to work hard for a good life. Never believe the fat cats when they claim that nobody wants to work when it is human nature to want to create!

  • @cobwebtheorem7538

    @cobwebtheorem7538

    5 ай бұрын

    I got confused too. Laughed when the guide mentioned cow s*** out of the blue 😂

  • @derrith1877

    @derrith1877

    5 ай бұрын

    Lost wax casting method.

  • @cmiimages
    @cmiimages5 ай бұрын

    One of the most interesting videos yet. Having had foundry experience, I'm blown away with the bronze castings they produce with such basic equipment and techniques.... thanks for the view inside of the foundry.

  • @tico9861
    @tico98615 ай бұрын

    Hi, oh thank you so much for visiting Cameroon. That place has a soft spot in my heart.

  • @nonaflowers8034
    @nonaflowers80345 ай бұрын

    Cameroon is a beautiful country! I loved the bronze creations! Only one thing wrong; the video ended too soon! My great escape this Wednesday ! ❤❤

  • @dakotazac743

    @dakotazac743

    5 ай бұрын

    That's the only thing I can find wrong with Noraly's videos too, They're so darn short. Can't wait till sunday comes!! She'll be #1 on my list again!!

  • @bigcity2085

    @bigcity2085

    5 ай бұрын

    Hey....remember, in the beginning, they were only a few minutes and a few seconds (consistently), long. She/ we, have come a long way.

  • @zweispurmopped
    @zweispurmopped5 ай бұрын

    Why do the roughly twenty minutes of Itchy Boots videos always only feel like two? 😳🥺😖 I want more!!1! 😫 🤗😍

  • @marry1321

    @marry1321

    5 ай бұрын

    Yeah, I wish it was longer

  • @zweispurmopped

    @zweispurmopped

    5 ай бұрын

    @@marry1321 Even longer still would feel short. 🥺 …"That's what she said!", right? 🥴

  • @kenkrausse3624

    @kenkrausse3624

    5 ай бұрын

    Cause its real and right as rain ❤

  • @carlosberrio2206

    @carlosberrio2206

    5 ай бұрын

    Yeah , like five times a week ,please.

  • @zweispurmopped

    @zweispurmopped

    5 ай бұрын

    @@carlosberrio2206 And no show under one hour! Maybe simply livestream all rides! A 2 metre satellite dish on the bike should do the trick! 🤗

  • @Conflictofinterest902
    @Conflictofinterest9023 ай бұрын

    Fascinating how they make the bronze objects. It’s a simple enough process when you know how, but it’s genius. Very talented men. His English was also excellent as a second language.

  • @costasworldofmusicmemories5792
    @costasworldofmusicmemories57925 ай бұрын

    First time commenting, you truly make riding a bike fun again. Taking us to parts of the world we only dream about. Travel = Great Food and Friendly People. Thank you for sharing ❤❤ from Jim and Harriet

  • @bolimatafah5189
    @bolimatafah51895 ай бұрын

    I must say this is wonderful. The Foumban kingdom is one of the oldest and long lasting kingdoms in Africa

  • @feroz5927
    @feroz59275 ай бұрын

    Congratulations, Noraly, for breaking through the 2 million subscribers barrier on KZread. All your excellent content, hard work and proficiency in presenting your video content have paid dividends and you deserve to have the significant following you developed. I wish you continued safe travels in the New Year.

  • @komnsenz

    @komnsenz

    5 ай бұрын

    Why are there so few likes to this comment? There should be 2 million! Congratulations to you.

  • @ken2tou
    @ken2tou5 ай бұрын

    Their bronze work is masterful and beautifully executed! Thanks for sharing Noraly!

  • @Animeverse1960
    @Animeverse19602 ай бұрын

    I have an exam in 3 days but here I am binge watching this series. Its so amazing. The craftsman knocked me out when he said 'We have the shit of the cow'😂

  • @tonylynch8668
    @tonylynch86685 ай бұрын

    I've yet to meet another women who is so passionate in her travels around the world giving us a chance to see a piece of the beauty she experiences. Thanks Noraly for another country where you have the magnetism to bring the best out of all nations🌍🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

  • @jamesvandemark2086
    @jamesvandemark20865 ай бұрын

    So cool! Barefoot guy herding cattle down the road; out pops a smartphone for a photo! And bonus bronze working/metallurgy- never a disappointment!

  • @mohanhirdaramani4867
    @mohanhirdaramani48675 ай бұрын

    Awesome Thanks for showing us Those bronze figures and The making of them❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @tatraveltour6630
    @tatraveltour66305 ай бұрын

    I think the Cameroonian government can assist this guys in building a place for them for their work Africa has a lot of talent but the respective government can assist young talent like this ... Nice work Noraly God bless you

  • @dracovolans319
    @dracovolans3195 ай бұрын

    Loving the West African series! Thank you Noraly!

  • @badaboys2098

    @badaboys2098

    5 ай бұрын

    Cameroon is central of africa not west africa

  • @ngalahansel6066

    @ngalahansel6066

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@badaboys2098well Cameroon is actually at the crossroads of West and Central and is therefore both West and Central so West Africa is accurate too. It's called Africa in miniature for a reason 😊

  • @michealsmith4629

    @michealsmith4629

    5 ай бұрын

    @@badaboys2098 they have more in common with West Africa than central

  • @starlight6508

    @starlight6508

    5 ай бұрын

    Cameroun has a coastline to the Atlantic ocean, so its really West Africa, parts of the interior and north are in central Africa.Strictly speaking, note Cameroun is in Western Africa. @@badaboys2098

  • @edawriter
    @edawriter5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for showing the local artists! They're masters. The patina makes the artwork look even more ancient.

  • @DeiseRebel
    @DeiseRebel5 ай бұрын

    Incredible episode, we haven't seen one like this in what feels like ages, the creativity from those men is simply jaw dropping. Thanks Itchy Boots this video was great.

  • @l.ls.8890
    @l.ls.88905 ай бұрын

    That visit to the place where they make the bronze elements was a fascinating visual experience. It is amazing how tedious and time consuming it is to make these beautiful objects. It is a shame you were not able to carry one of those back on your cycle.

  • @AngelaStazknee
    @AngelaStazknee5 ай бұрын

    I like to click the thumbs up button when I get to a place in the video that brings a smile to my face! Today it was Noraly driving through the cattle herd with the shepherd taking her pic with his phone and the other smiling as she rides past. Such great human interaction- thank you for showing me Africa!

  • @Flenux
    @Flenux5 ай бұрын

    What skills those bronze sculpture people have , and so generous with their time to show you the incredible process .Wonderful

  • @ginola03
    @ginola035 ай бұрын

    Glad to see you in Foumban. I traveled there with my late dad in 93 and that bring back memories. Thanks for sharing. The view of the plains are incredible.

  • @-Varyg-
    @-Varyg-5 ай бұрын

    Very interesting and informative. Noralee, you are the Columbus of this century for many people!

  • @govedimasonkole
    @govedimasonkole5 ай бұрын

    I love that guy who was explaining the process with bronze.. you should have introduced him… such a nice guy

  • @luciawepener
    @luciawepener5 ай бұрын

    The skill of those bronze workers,incredible. That guy explain their work so nice.Very interesting. Amazing scenery 👌

  • @mikegish5759
    @mikegish5759Ай бұрын

    The best way to teach is by example, and that's what Noraly does with her always positive attitude.

  • @annmiddleton8780
    @annmiddleton87805 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your real true to life adventures Noraly, love your way of handling any difficulties and always respectful yet kind to all whom you meet. 🙏🏼👌❤

  • @lincspeed
    @lincspeed5 ай бұрын

    Excellent episode! So happy to see you can finally get back to doing the other thing you enjoy so much - digging into local culture customs, art and life. 👍👍 The riding challenges you have been dealing with lately are compelling watching, but also hard to see you having to deal with. Onward into more adventures!! 🤗

  • @jasonzerbini2375
    @jasonzerbini23755 ай бұрын

    Great to see you have good food! Priceless shot at 6:54; Happy cow herder got your picture! He will be famous among locals. Then the wonderful music at 7:11. And again "are you a woman, or a man" I am a woman! Awesome scene with music by locals with handmade instruments 6:48. Always love the continuing education.... how they make bronze statues without modern technology. "Sheet of cow" haha. Thank you Noraly. Peace! ❤❤❤

  • @expeditioncalypsowind
    @expeditioncalypsowind5 ай бұрын

    the artisan skills that you randomly find when you travel Africa are humbling to those of us from the West , wonderous !

  • @SuperBikeRacer7
    @SuperBikeRacer75 ай бұрын

    So many lovely African people in these videos and this young man was a perfect example of that 12:52 and his trilingual skills to speak English, French and most likely an African dialect is better than most people I know whom are bilingual at best.

  • @QuantumStellar
    @QuantumStellar5 ай бұрын

    you are truly blessed. I cannot believe how far you have gone and not given up. your friendly natured self amazes the people you meet. very impressive.

  • @mekroeze
    @mekroeze5 ай бұрын

    I love your adventures 💕 Since I saw you driving skills up&down Sani's pass in the Drakensberg South Africa I've been hooked I watched and followed you everywhere. Best wishes for 2024 and thanks for spreading love and hope around the world ❤ Sunny South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @JDZiemba1773
    @JDZiemba17735 ай бұрын

    ...."are you getting me??.....any questions??...."....what a legend!!❤️

  • @tommeyer6033
    @tommeyer60335 ай бұрын

    that music was fantastic... exquisite polyrhythmic percussion! and that patina on the bronzes! It would be good to know if (and how!) their artworks are available to western buyers!

  • @janeholt8678
    @janeholt86785 ай бұрын

    What amazing talent and patience to create the bronze objects!! As always the travel through Africa continues to amaze me. I had no idea how diverse and beautiful the country is and the friendly, talented people you’ve met! Thank you for taking us along!

  • @perezscholes9110

    @perezscholes9110

    5 ай бұрын

    country?

  • @Yman83464z

    @Yman83464z

    5 ай бұрын

    Jane Holt - Africa is a CONTINENT! With many countries in it. Educate yourself.

  • @fuheric3957

    @fuheric3957

    5 ай бұрын

    Country is Cameroon

  • @janeholt8678

    @janeholt8678

    5 ай бұрын

    I was actually speaking of the land that she was driving through. Everyone can calm down, I’ve been chastised enough.

  • @Yman83464z

    @Yman83464z

    5 ай бұрын

    @@janeholt8678 You are forgiven! 😁 And I understand what you mean now. So, when are you visiting? So we can dust off the Red Carpet! 🤗

  • @papalowofficialmckenzy5888
    @papalowofficialmckenzy58885 ай бұрын

    I can't imagine I've trecked by foot the distance you covered today in 1997 with cows up to koutaba. Memories

  • @auraak7702
    @auraak77025 ай бұрын

    Nice of you Noraly , yu covered the statue making process. That man is incredible and talented.

  • @Zeppelinpuppy
    @Zeppelinpuppy4 ай бұрын

    "Are you getting me? Are there any questions?" Brilliant hahahaaaaa

  • @artsilaakso7773
    @artsilaakso77735 ай бұрын

    You are an expert finding time after time local specliaties. Those bronze figures were amazing work of art. With simple tools those men make miracles.

  • @danomies
    @danomies5 ай бұрын

    A building with a giant spider and snakes, and beautiful bronze statues cast with cow sh**, just another fascinating day in the life of Itchy Boots. Simply amazing and educational 😊

  • @m.r.5089
    @m.r.50895 ай бұрын

    In english the technique is called negative-wax casting. You pour the molten bronze into the form. The wax melts and is replaced by a thin layer of bronze. Ancient technique, the oldest findings are from 4000 BC and some of the most skilled and beautiful examples are the Benin bronzes. True master craftsmen.

  • @lozcb1
    @lozcb15 ай бұрын

    Having worked in Africa for the last 30 years east and west mostly alone with the security of my trusty toyota landcruiser , Kudos to you lady ........................I miss my =Afican mornings on the river Nile

  • @bretspangler8717
    @bretspangler87175 ай бұрын

    Happy holidays to Noraly and all her dedicated fans, I hope the new year brings great adventure!

  • @sergejskozlovskis245
    @sergejskozlovskis2455 ай бұрын

    Noraly, спасибо что Вы радуете своих подписчиков, своими чудесными приключениями,на всех континентах и конечно в разных странах!

  • @majorgruber5925
    @majorgruber59252 ай бұрын

    At 9:50 - That drum has been in my family since 1969, when my father commissioned the crafting of one by a master drummer from Bamenda. It's called an "nchum," which means "The Drum." So great to see one in its native setting!

  • @earlmcornell
    @earlmcornell5 ай бұрын

    The guide of the foundry spoke perfect English! The pairs of leopards were devine in design❣️

  • @kevm8965
    @kevm89655 ай бұрын

    Excellent love the skill of the bronze casters, also I have to smile every time Noraly waves and says a cheery hello to people she passes and the responses.

  • @sandaclemo2722
    @sandaclemo27225 ай бұрын

    wow! Finally in my country 🎉🎉🎉Have been watching your videos and anxiously waiting for you to get to Cameroon! And here we are. 😅😊Your videos are epic!

  • @Flossie710

    @Flossie710

    5 ай бұрын

    Your country seems lovely!

  • @northislander4evasir107

    @northislander4evasir107

    5 ай бұрын

    I lived in Australia for 10 years. And worked with one guy from Cameroon. One of the nicest people I have come across.

  • @Dhanasarpaul
    @Dhanasarpaul5 ай бұрын

    I'm from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 I keep watching your videos because it's the best tour guide I can get I love nature so your channel is,special to me 🎉❤

  • @eidernadir320
    @eidernadir3205 ай бұрын

    The warmth and kindness of the people you meet on your trip and the views of the grandeur and exuberant vegetation is wonderful, thank you for allowing you to discover Africa through your travels.

  • @Rachel.4644
    @Rachel.46445 ай бұрын

    Oh, what a day! You find very interesting things and places to show us. The artistry at the bronze shop is unbelievable! (I loved the leopards, too.) How the techniques evolved has to be another story. Thank you for your cheerfulness....you're pretty amazing.

  • @lucindavillarreal2676
    @lucindavillarreal26765 ай бұрын

    Great episode today! The return of classic Itchy Boots video! A breakfast before the ride, the ride, arrive, explore and then share fun stuff!! You found some interesting and fascinating stuff today!! And food..what a bonus!! I really appreciate your interests and your fun personality!! Great stuff today Noraly!! Cheers from Texas USA❤❤

  • @medicinehatgaming5413
    @medicinehatgaming54135 ай бұрын

    Those happy faces makes us happy 😊😊

  • @paulcoonce2493
    @paulcoonce2493Ай бұрын

    You're living a fun life. Waking me up in every episode!