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Traditional Japanese dance troup during the Cherry Blossom Festival

I photographed these elegant dancers from the Shizumi dance troupe at the Building Museum during the Cherry Blossom Festival. Their dances infused intense beauty, grace, tradition, and even humor and was a lovely addition to the festival. This photo captures their grace and the fascinating, colorful, flowery costumes they wore. The dances incorporated several props, including these gorgeous umbrellas they posed with.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2014
Date Uploaded: 11.2014
Photo Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D90
Copyright: © Veronica Bruno