Robson Petronio Lima

June 8th 2008

Age: 43
Nationality: Brazilian
Occupation: Waiter
In Amsterdam: 5 years

Why did you move to Amsterdam?
I wanted to get away from the village in Limburg
where I used to live.

What do you like to do in Amsterdam?
Photography, painting.

What do you think of Amsterdam street culture,
how the people dress, express themselves?
Interesting, diverse; sometimes I just think that they have very
bad taste.

Did your style of clothing changed since you live here, and
because of what? These can be emotional, cultural reasons
or practical reasons such as weather or availability.
My style has changed. I am more relaxed in the way I dress.

Are you influenced by what you consider Dutch culture
or by any other culture represented in Amsterdam?
Yes, I have become more open minded related with respect
for individual behavior.

Are you aware of the fact that 177 cultures are
represented in Amsterdam?
I knew that there are many cultures in Amsterdam. I don’t think
that the culture has been influenced because each culture is
very closed and the cultures don’t seem to mix.