Yotsudake
While living in Okinawa, Japan, I was able to attend numerous traditional performances, many of which featured these striking Yotsudake dancers. I had arrived late at this particular event, and the dancers had just finished and were in the process of leaving the stage. Struck by the sight of their backs rather than the head-on views one usually sees, I grabbed my camera and shot without any time for thinking or preparing. This image was what I managed to capture, a fitting memory of a fascinating island, a warm people and a happy time in my life.
Photo taken by Helen Betts (Türkiye) - Holidays/Events
Lundi, avril 25, 2005