Bollywood Indian Dancers
Bollywood Indian Dancers wearing colorful traditional clothes from India.All of the dancers were beautiful, talented and graceful !They performed a traditional Bollywood dance about friendship…
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Asian Lion Dance
A colorful and entertaining Asian Lion danceat the International Cultural Festival.There are 2 dancers in each colorful Lion costume.They're very athletic and will dance from…
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Bollywood Dancers + Lamps
Bollywood Mid East Dancers posing with burning lamps at the International Cultural Festival.I took this photo of dancers with their colorful traditional clothes, as they…
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Colorful Costumed Characters
Colorful Costumed Characters at the Festival.Zorro and other action characters, plus there were classic characters from Mother Goose and other traditional folk tales.It was an…
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picTaiwan Actors
Actors from Taiwan telling a story and wearing colorful traditional clothesfrom their country.There was story about a Mouse and the Sun, Wind, Clouds and a…
picCuritiba, Brazil
Curitiba, Brazil I was not able to attend the presentation on Curitiba.Following is a summary of the city and cultural presentation.Curitiba is large, important city…
picRiver Walk + Boats
Las Olas River Walk is a scenic walkway in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.There's a mile long ( 2 k) walkway with stores, restaurants, trees and benches…
picSpring + Happy Holiday!
Colorful spring flowers, palm trees and a beautiful blue skyon a warm, sunny day.Hope everyone has a happy holiday and good week!
picNature - Ducks
Ducks swimming and diving for fish at a nature park in Florida.There were many ducks including:Blue Teals, Purple Gallinule / Moorhen, Mottled Ducks, Pintails, Shovelers…
picNature Photos
A Lake and Tri-color Heron at a nature parkwith a sabal palm and mangroves in the background.There was a colorful reflection on the water!---Winter and…
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picBrazil Music presentation
An excellent presentation by Gene de Souza, host of award winning Cafe Brasil showand Development Director with the Rhythm Foundation.Gene explained and played music samples…
picRelaxing along the river
Spring and warm weather are arriving in Florida.This weekend it is forecast to be in the 80s F / 28 C.It's nice to walk, ride…
galleryBrazilian Concert
Award winning singer Rose Max, guitarist Ramatis Moraes, and band performing Samba, Bossa Nova, Brazilian Jazz and MPB music.Rose Max is a famous Brazilian singer,…
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picBeach + sunny weather
The beach on a sunny day.(copy of previous photo.)Warm weather and the sun are returning!Last week there was a cold front with rain, and then…
picNature - Blue Heron
A Blue Heron looking for fish at a Nature Park.Blue Herons are large, colorful birds!They have a light blue body, dark blue head stripe and…
picNature - Squirrel
A curious squirrel looking at me at a nature park.Notice how the grey squirrel blends in with the oak tree,and the photo composition and contrast.Squirrels…
picNature Photos
A flock of White Ibis birds searching for insects at a Nature Park in Florida.Ibis birds are interesting to watch.They make a clucking noise as…
galleryBrazilian Food
Brazilian snacks, Biscoitos and Guarana sodaat the Brazil US Cultural presentation.Biscoitos are small cookies or crackers.These were a crunchy, salty snack made with yuca.Guarana is…
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galleryBrazil Cultural Presentation
A cultural presentation of Brazil by the Cultural Center Brazil USA of Florida.
Adriana Sabino, President and Maria are holding a map of Brazil
and standing next…
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picJazz Concert
An outdoor concert by Gold Coast Jazz Society on a sunny afternoon.
Gold Coast Jazz Society is a famous, local band.
They play music from Big Band…
picSnow Skiing
FAQ: Does it snow in Florida?
Snow is rare in Florida, but sometimes there is frost / ice on cold winter nights.
There is an occasional light…
picBeach + Santa Hat
Happy New Year!
People relaxing at the beach on a sunny day,
wearing a Santa hat and enjoying the holidays.
This year the weather in Miami was warm…
picHappy Holidays!
A bright holiday light decoration wishing a Happy Holidays!
Hope everyone has a happy and safe holidays. : )
picHoliday Lights
Frosty the Snowman, a Reindeer getting ready for a sleigh ride,
Holiday signs and Palm trees decorated with lights.
This was one of many displays along the…
picBoat Parade
A large tour boat cruising down the river at the Boat Parade.
The Ft. Lauderdale WinterFest Boat Parade is a large, colorful event
with boats and…
picGourmet Food Trucks
Gourmet Food Trucks at a Expo in S. Florida.
There were 25 different trucks with a variety of food.
Philly cheese steak sandwiches, hot dogs + sodas,…
picColorful Street Mural
This is one of the most Colorful and Best Murals that I have seen!!
It's located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami,
and shows some of…
picFall leaves + weather
Film photo taken in New England while visiting the Big E Festival,
with one of many colorful trees in the background.
The Big E is a large…
picHappy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Turkey with vegetables and pumpkin pie are the traditional Thanksgiving dinner.
Hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday.
picLake + Boats
People boating in canoes and kayaks on a lake
at a park in Florida.
It was a nice sunny day and people were boating, swimming,
bicycling, hiking,…
picMiami Beach Cafes
Cafes and restaurants along Lincoln Road mall in Miami Beach.
Lincoln Road is a popular, pedestrian mall
within walking distance of the beach and Art Deco…
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galleryFlamenco show
Ole!
Ana Miranda dancing and finishing a spin
at a Flamenco Cultural show as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Flamenco is a traditional style of Spanish music and…
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picNature - Blue Heron
A Blue Heron looking for fish in a river at a Nature Park.
The weather was partly cloudy, but there was a beautiful
reflection on the…
picBoat + Biscayne Bay
A boat and nature islands on a sunny day.
Biscayne Bay is a scenic and popular place
for boating, fishing, picnics and recreation.
Hope everyone has a…
picSunny day at the Beach
A sunny day at the beach with blue sky.
Warm, sunny weather has returned.
People were walking, bicycling, playing volleyball and relaxing
at parks and the beach.
Hope everyone…
picSeagulls at the Beach
Seagulls at the beach on a sunny day.
The water is warm and a clear blue -green.
The Seagulls will walk along the shore and search for…
picNature - Yellow Butterfly
Yellow Butterfly that flies around in circles
drinking nectar from red flowers.
It's a medium size, yellow -green Butterfly
and appears to be a Yellow or Cloudless…
picBoats + Bay
Boats and Biscayne Bay on a sunny day.
People kayaking on the river as fishing boats
head out on Biscayne Bay.
It was a warm, sunny day with…
picSports - Football
September is the start of Football season (College and Pro),
one of the most popular Sports.
Fan Day is an annual event with a team practice,
fan games:…
picSunny day at the beach
People swimming, relaxing and reading a book
at the beach on a bright sunny day.
September is the last official month of Summer.
Every location has its advantages.
The…
galleryBollywood Indian Dancers
Another good photo of the dancers at the Cultural Festival,
showing some of their hand movements.
They are wearing bright, colorful traditional clothes from India.
The Dancers are:…
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picWindy day at the Beach
A windy day at the beach.
(Ft. Lauderdale)
Today it was a sunny day with a beautiful blue sky
and only a few clouds.
But there still are strong…
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picBeach walkway
Walkway in Miami Beach with people walking, bicycling,
and relaxing in the shade on a sunny day.
This is one of the walkways to the beach with…
picColorful Buildings
Colorful buildings along Collins Ave. / A1A in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach is known for its architecture and buildings
in bright tropical colors from yellow, orange, green…
picMiami Beach + Art Deco
One of many colorful Art Deco Hotels located on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, FL.
Miami Beach is known for its Art Deco style architecture and…
picBeach Volleyball
People playing volleyball on a summer afternoon.
You can see the ball in the middle of the photo.
The beach and parks are very popular in Florida.
A…
picNature - Falcon
Photos of a Falcon flying and sitting on top of a light post.
I was walking along the shore of Biscayne Bay, when I heard a…
picSunny day
Boats and Biscayne Bay on a summer day.
There was bright sunny weather
and the water was a beautiful blue color.
The parks and beaches were full…
picAnimal show
Otter John with a red-tail Hawk at an animal show
about the Everglades and its wildlife.
There were several animals from lizards, python and king snakes,
alligator…
picAnimal show, Alligators + Crocodiles
Otter John holding a 3 -4 ft. crocodile at an
animal show about the Everglades and its wildlife.
First he brought a small alligator to show…
picSummer at the Beach
Summer is here and the Beach is a popular place!
Swimming in the ocean can be a fun way to enjoy the summer.
The combination of the…
picSpace Shuttle
The last flight launch of the Space Shuttle is scheduled for Friday,
depending on the weather.
I have seen previous Shuttle launches and toured the Visitor Center.
Hope…
picBeach + Happy Holiday!
A colorful red, white and blue lifeguard stand
and the beach on a sunny day.
I took this photo on a previous weekend
and people were enjoying the…
picScenic river + walkway
River Walk is a scenic walkway along a river in S. Florida.
It's over a mile long with stores, restaurants, trees and benches
along the side.
It's a…
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Bollywood Indian dancers performing at the International Cultural Festival in Miami.
The Festival was interesting and entertaining
with many cultural exhibits and performances.
The dancers were talented and…
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picDancers + Shadows
Hip Hop dancers and their shadows performing a fast step dance
at the International Cultural Festival in Miami.
The weather was warm with bright sunlight,
and the fast…
picMiami Beach
Miami Beach and Ocean Drive on a sunny day.
It's a beautiful, scenic place to visit!
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S. Florida is a popular travel destination and
Miami Beach is…
picBiscayne Bay + Summer day
Boats and Biscayne Bay on a sunny day.
Biscayne Bay is a very scenic place
and popular for boating, fishing, picnics and nature photos.
When the weather…
picRaccoon mother + cubs
Nature photo of a Raccoon mother and her cubs by popular demand.
Many of my friends enjoy nature photos.
The young raccoons are playful and act similar…
picLet's Go Heat!
Photo of the Miami Heat Arena
taken at the beginning of the NBA basketball playoffs.
The LED screen is big, you can see it from 2…
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picBright, sunny day!
A bright, sunny day in S. Florida.
"That's a great picture!" a boater told me as I took this photo.
Everyone else was looking straight ahead at…
picWatch your Step!
A big alligator at a nature park.
FAQ: Have I seen an alligator?
A: Yes, sometimes you will see them when hiking
or fishing on a river…
picNature park - Lake + Birds
It was beautiful to see this lake at a nature park!
There were hundreds of birds including Egrets (Snowy, White),
Ibis, Pelicans, Herons (Blue, Green,…
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Latin Dancers with the group, Venezuela Danza y Tambor
at the International Cultural Festival in Miami.
Latin concerts are fun!
When the music started, the dancers and crowd…
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galleryCaribbean Parade
Here comes the Parade!
The Bahamas Junkanoo Shakers marching band has a dynamic sound
with dancers, trombones, horns, drums, hand bells, percussion
and colorful customes.
The band's Goal…
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Dancers with the band, Venezuela Danza y Tambor
at the International Cultural Festival in Miami.
The dancers wore colorful traditional clothes
and were talented and graceful.
It was…
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vidLatin Concert
S. Florida
Sep. 2010
Traditional music and dance of Latin America
performed by the group Venezuela Danza y Tambor.
Latin concerts are fun and exciting! : )
Hope that you…
vidBeach + Ocean waves
S. Florida
March 2010
Spring is here! : )
The weather was 72 F / 22 C with 2 -4 ft. waves.
It was a beautiful day to walk…
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Grupo Samba RJ performing dance music
at a Brazilian restaurant in S. Florida.
Tiago is the lead singer, Leo is on the left,
Toco in the middle, Arthur…
vidLatin Concert video
S. Florida
July 2009
Claudia Diez and group Toño 40 playing Latin music.
(Merengue + Cumbia)
Musica con pasion!
Claudia and Luis are dancing in the middle of the…
vidDaniela Mercury Concert sample
Brazilian Festival
S. Florida
March 2009
Daniela Mercury is a world famous Brazilian musician
and gave a fun, high energy show.
There was a large band with multiple drums and…
vidSteel drums music sample
Caribbean Festival
S. Florida
Steel Drum group playing music that is
popular in Florida and the Caribbean.
The music has a happy sound.
Good for dancing or relaxing!
People were dancing,…
vidSalsa dance
Salsa dance sample
Latin Festival
S. Florida
Sep. 08
Latin group performing advanced Salsa dance steps.
The Salsa "roda" or dance circle
is similar to the American Square dance.
Couples dance together…
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vidBrazilian Jazz music
Phill Fest, Terezinha Valois + band
S. Florida
June 2008
Brazilian-American Phill Fest, Brasileira Terezinha Valois,
and their band played a mix of Brazilian Jazz, Bossa Nova,
Samba, MPB, Pop…
vidFootVolley Tournament
S. Florida
March 9, 2008
Players are warming up for the tournament championship game,
with music playing and the crowd cheering and dancing in the background.
Romario is on…
