i am so sorry i didn't talk this up...that's what i get for letting myself get so swamped.
this weekend, Richmond, Va hosted the 68th National Folk Festival for the second year in a row. By the end of it, over 100,000 people will have come down to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of some of the richest folk art in the world. truly, some of the best musicians in the world are here, freely sharing their gifts. they have come from ireland, the far east, europe, canada, appalachia, new orleans--they have come from everywhere, and sharing 6 stages, they have created the most etheral experience, putting their music in the air.
(and the food! thank God the calories eaten on site don't count!!!)
i've been shooting for the Times-Dispatch, and what an absolute treat this has been. the assignment: take photos! whatever you want, just TAKE PHOTOS!
this was the front page photo in today's Sunday paper, large, and above the fold:
some more i edited while trying to unwind are here
today is the last day, and it is free (although they do appreciate donations). it runs from 12-7pm, and the weather looks to be incredible. if there's any chance you can make it, come on down!
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