Tuesday, August 28, 2012

African Color

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Festival of Nations 10

There was a wide variety of performances at the Festival of Nations. I had time to catch only a few. The event was so crowded that once I had threaded my way to a spot close to the stage it was impossible to move.

These women are performing traditional dances of the West African countries of Guinea and Gambia. No shortage of energy or color. Lots more to come. Wait till you see the belly dancers doing, um, things with swords. Wait till you see the hit of the show, the wild women of Japan. Sugoi!

Festival of Nations 9

Festival of Nations 8

11 comments:

Olivier said...

une belle énergie ressort de ces danseuses a travers tes photos

Oakland Daily Photo said...

This last photo is alive with kinetic energy and the joy of dancing.

cieldequimper said...

This should be energising after a bad night's sleep. But it tires me even more...

Jack said...

Colorful and energetic. But, when did Africa annex Japan?

PerthDailyPhoto said...

Fabulous high energy shots Bob. Belly dancers and swords...can't wait!!

Memphis MOJO said...

At first I noticed the color. Then I noticed the expressions on the faces -- nice.

Lois said...

They sure are having a good time! I love all those colors. Wonderful shots!

Stefan Jansson said...

Colorful dancers.

William Kendall said...

Very vibrant!

Virginia said...

You captured the movement spot on!!!

Nathalie said...

What gorgeous life and energy in these dances and your shots. Makes me wish I'd been there.