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10.03.10

Oktoberfest in Shirlington, Virginia (Part Two)

Yesterday, I posted the first set of photos from Shirlington’s Oktoberfest. I came away with 47 total images that I wanted to share so I thought I’d break it up – 47 is a bit much for one post. As promised, our story picks up with the two beer festival attendees (yes, me and my husband) leaving the taps behind and heading out into the wide world of beer. But first, babies.

I love these images for two totally different reasons. On the left, the mom looks so peaceful and loving but there’s a creepy doll to reflect back on the live child she’s holding. I think it’s kinda eerie. On the right – seriously, this guy is doing it right. I’m glad people don’t put all their plans on shut-down to have some kids. Why not bring your baby to the beer festival?

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10.03.10

Oktoberfest in Shirlington, Virginia (Part One)

Today was a long day. In fact, I feel downright nasty after drinking a ton of beer and eating brats, bar food and then drinking more beer. On the other hand, the festival was lots of fun and I am really pleased with my photographs. And maybe you’ve come to hear about the beer or the people or something like that but first I’m going to talk about the light. There was amazing light at the festival, particularly in the area I was working in (right across from Best Buns). Beautiful sunlight streaming in over the top of everyone’s head, bouncing back up into their faces off our very reflective picnic tables. It was pretty dreamy.