Venice Carnival
by Alexandra's Photography
Title
Venice Carnival
Artist
Alexandra's Photography
Medium
Photograph - People Photography
Description
Formal title of this image was: Taking Forbidden Liberties.
Venetians were famous for being libertines and for transgression - they didn't just use masks during the official Carnival. Putting on a mask in Venice meant taking forbidden liberties: you could jibe at the powerful, gamble without being caught, take risks over love or business deals and even enter convents without being seen.
Nowadays Venice Carnival is a parade of masks and costumes and interesting characters. You can participate or be just a spectator, but you will be entertained either way. Kaleidoscope of colors and styles, the costumes are usually rented in one of the many shops in Venice with prices ranging from 10 to 1000 euros. Thousand euros will get you all the attention you can handle. There is no other time you can get flashed so many times in one day. This is one of the most elaborate creations we have seen there. Gorgeous. Thousands of tourists come to Venice to see and take part in its magnificent Carnival year after year.
Testimonials & Comment on this image:
“Great shot Congratulations on 1st place in the People in costume contest!” Theresa S.
“Fantastic capture, I love the composition, colors and detail very much!” Loriental P.
“Wow. Such an amazing photograph!!” Tautydas D.
– Featured in FABRIC & CLOTHING FAA group
This photo was taken in Venice, Italy - March 2011
Specks:
NIKON D40X
f/ 18
1/1250 sec.
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March 25th, 2020
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