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

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11 comments:

  1. OlivierAugust 28, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    une belle énergie ressort de ces danseuses a travers tes photos

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  2. Oakland Daily PhotoAugust 28, 2012 at 12:52 AM

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

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  3. cieldequimperAugust 28, 2012 at 1:15 AM

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

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  4. JackAugust 28, 2012 at 5:36 AM

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

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  5. PerthDailyPhotoAugust 28, 2012 at 8:21 AM

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

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  6. Memphis MOJOAugust 28, 2012 at 9:38 AM

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

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  7. LoisAugust 28, 2012 at 11:34 AM

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

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  8. Stefan JanssonAugust 28, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Colorful dancers.

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  9. William KendallAugust 28, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    Very vibrant!

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  10. VirginiaAugust 28, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    You captured the movement spot on!!!

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  11. NathalieSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:01 AM

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

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