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© Patricia Marroquin

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Uploaded: June 08, 2011

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Dancers wait to perform at the 10th Annual Day of the Dead Community Celebration at the Museum of Ventura County in Ventura, California in October 2010.

Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 21.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 40D

Comments

Michelle Alton June 09, 2011

What a weird Celebration, but a gorgeous capture and presentation! #1383805

Patricia Marroquin June 10, 2011

Thanks, Michelle. It does sound weird, but this is actually a lovely holiday. People gather to remember friends and family members who have died. The celebration takes place Nov. 1 (All Saints Day) and Nov. 2 (All Souls Day). There is lots of eating and partying. And altars ("ofrendas") are prepared that have photos, mementos and other favorite items (including food) of the deceased loved one. A very colorful and interesting celebration. #9454818

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