Thursday, December 10, 2009

High Street




One of the many cool things about having a studio on High Street in Millville- watching the holiday parade through a big picture window. The top photo is taken from our front window as vintage cars from the Motorsports Park go by.
Then a local school band followed by Miss Holly City. I haven't had much experience 'panning' with my camera. My focus ended up on a spectator across the street and Miss Holly City is just a bright blur.

Parade Night in Millville


It was a cold night but no rain (for a change!!) At the top is Isabel in front of her brightly lit studio.
Along with local businesses and high school bands, the National Guard marched in the parade.
All the fire companies in the county were represented but my photos of the fire engines weren't that good.

A Beautiful Evening




The top photo shows the Levoy Theatre and the very crowded street. Next is my favorite float in the whole parade, the "Nightmare Before Christmas."  Jack Skellington and the Mayor were front and center waving to the crowd.
The last photo in this group was taken from across the street at the Levoy. It shows a balloon vendor passing in front of our studio in the Artist's Consortium and JB&ME.

Millville Holiday Parade





The low lighting and constant movement was a challenge- I've never tried to take photos in this kind of situation before. But I kind of like the effect. This is the Millville Merchants Association float.. "My Art Dazzles."
And of course, Mr. & Mrs. Clause on a sparkling sleigh.