Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Thematic Photographic 54: "Green" v.6.0


"India Fest 2009"
Raleigh, NC - March, 2009 (Click to embiggen)

Thematic Photographic hosted by Carmi - Button Image by Smarmoofus Hosted by Written Inc.

Usually I don't know anything about the performers I shoot at these small local events, but in this case, that's not entirely true. It seems that a co-worker of mine knows this dancer and mentioned when she saw the photo that she's been studying Indian classical dance practically since she could stand. Watching her perform I could easily believe it. Despite the fact that I know slightly less about the various styles of Indian classical dance than I do about nuclear physics. According to my friend, she's even forgoing the usual wife-and-mother path to focus on her art. In Western cultures we'd think "and...?", but for her this is a big deal.
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3 comments:

Trista said...

What a beautiful picture!! I love watching dance - especially Eastern dance - so mesmerizing!

Bryan said...

All the best to her. Judging by her expression, which you've captured well, she does seem to enjoy her art quite a bit.

Shadow said...

the love of dance is on her face...