Monday, March 30, 2015

Joondalup Festival Twilight Lantern Parade.. 'Our Curious Landscape'.



One of the highlights of the Joondalup Festival is the Twilight Lantern Parade. First time viewed for me. I was blown away by the creativity of the entrants. A participative community arts event, with wondrous creations by school students, community groups and professional artists. The theme this year 'our curious landscape'..


There was so much more to see, but there was a point when I stopped to just enjoy and although I absolutely appreciate the work that went into the above I have to confess the excitement of the littlest participants holding their simple lanterns aloft so preciously was the most entertaining and a delight to see. Once again taking photos at night without a tripod.. très difficile! Can't believe the weekend is overs already, well mine anyway :) Happy Monday, take care and stay safe...


37 comments:

  1. Oh, so colorful and FUN!! You did get some terrific pics -- as always!! And, as always, thanks for sharing the fun!! Hope you have a great new week, Grace!!

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  2. I love the way the faces of the participants are illuminated.

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  3. That is a great event. Looks like fun for all. Beautiful event and I bet you'll have a beautiful self-portrait.

    I can't wait to see your selfie.

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  4. Wow. I'm so jealous. And your photos are marvellous!

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  5. I too absolutely appreciate the mentality and work that go into such happenings - AND the genius you share in your fine fotos!


    ALOHA from Honolulu
    ComfortSpiral
    =^..^=

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  6. They're all great, but the bird is my favorite!

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  7. So much fun ! The whale shark is amazing !

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  8. I love the shark! You make me feel so lazy when I see all the events you get out to, Grace!

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  9. Your photos turned out very well for shooting in low light.

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  10. I'm constantly surprised by how many artsy activities happen in Perth! What a super place to live...except for your summer heat, that is.

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  11. That's so beautiful! I'm with EG, so much events and creativity in your beautiful town !

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  12. These lanterns look so magical. what a delightful streetscape. And yes. The young ones' expressions are so beautiful.

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  13. There are certain objects that always entertain and fascinate onlookers and lighted lanterns are one of them. Must have been lovely to see.

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  14. You're right, the little ones are the best :)

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  15. I would really enjoy attending one as well. Lucky you, and thanks for sharing such lovely captures.

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  16. Excellent captures for hand held photography!!

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  17. Spectacular, a lat Chinese new year. I'm glad the first one doesn't have big teeth.

    I'm ready to go for Wednesday. Actually, I got two.

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  18. These laterns are amazing! Great shots!

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  19. What a stunning show!! Thanks for letting us take a small part. I had a busy W/E up here with the family.

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  20. I would have loved to have seen this. You got some great shots of it.

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  21. Wonderful stuff, looks like quite an evening..

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  22. Looks like an event not to be missed. The wonderment in the children's eyes is very special.

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  23. Magnifique !!! On ne s'ennuie pas à Perth :)

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  24. Wow, this is amazing to see. Can imagine everyone was excited to watch the light parade.

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  25. Fascinating and spectacular, Grace !

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  26. Oh wow Grace, this is just fantastic. I wish they would do something like this here. It's so colorful and inspiring in some way. I love it.

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  27. What beautiful lanterns, a lot of work goes into such works of art!

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  28. That is amazing! Never seen anything like it. You have some very creative people living down your way! Love the photos - they are not only colorful but exude the energy that must have been present!

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  29. Very beautiful, Grace! Especially the flowers.

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  30. Hey! How many festivals do you have? You are so lucky!!!

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  31. While this place gets a little crowded and you might have to push through occasionally, it's hard not to mention that a definite plus in New York venues is that you'll rarely have to wait on line in their large bathrooms.

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