Occasional drizzle and scattered showers during the Alaska State Fair on Friday brought out a colorful array of umbrellas. My creative mind took over and dominated my sensibility during my spare time, I began photographing the umbrella parade from the doors of our art booth. People watching at the fair is fun, the face paint, colored spiked hair, umbrellas, balloons, all add to the festivity of the event. Rain days can be slow days, but I find the slower pace a great time to really “see” the magic of this venue. We were cosey and dry in our well-built booth, warmed by a small electric heater in the back. My heart goes out to all the vendors who sit in open tents during this soggy weather. Hopefully the weekend will bring the sunshine and crowds.
Gail Niebrugge, Alaska artist
