Strathaven Balloon Festival - 2015

Once again it was a well worthwhile trip to Strathaven to see the Balloons in flight.

The organisers and staff were both friendly and helpful.

The balloonists were cheerful and accommodating, and the morning and evening events were fantastic.

Hope you enjoy the images and I can recommend this event if you are able to attend next year.

 Unpacked


Farmer and Family Get an Early Start


Safely Landed

Up and Away

Larkhall Bound

 Evening Start

 Sailing in the Sky

Inflated 
  

 Evening Preparations

Crowds Gather at the Hill

Little Boy with Big Balloon


Evening Flight


Coming Over


About to Land

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Edinburgh Military Tattoo Fireworks

After a day on the Royal Mile enjoying the Fringe Festival acts it was over to Calton Hill to take in the Military Tattoo firework display.

With some guidance on timings from a new friend while setting up, I was able to maximise my shots.

The display was very colourful and rewarding to watch - even though the night temperatures are beginning to drop.

Calton Hill

Edinburgh Castle Nicely Illuminated 

Fireworks Begin

 Nice  Show


Princess Street and Balmoral Hotel

 Fireworks Continue

 Spectacular Colours

Finale

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Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2015

Well, pretty late this year but finally managed through to Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival.

It seemed a bit flat when I arrived but things soon picked up after noon.

As ever the crowds were treated to fun, entertainment, energy, and the friendliness of the participants.

A big thanks to everyone who took the time to pose - mostly with no words needed - and for those  that put some high octane energy in to their performances and made it a time to remember.

Also to those who I spoke with and made the day all the more enjoyable.

God willing I'll be back next year.

 Power of Flower

Hearts of Folk

 Telling Expression

 Hearts of Folk

Blues Brothers

Blues Brothers Cast

 'The Girl Who Fell in Love with the Moon'

Superhero 

Korean Soul

 Where's My Princess?


Korean Talent

 Swingerella Kisses Her Frog in Hope of a Prince

Death Actually - Complete with Fangs

 Cult - A Musical

 'Houseplay' Cast

Oliver Twist

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Strathaven Balloon Festival - 'Evening Glow' Event

I went through to Strathaven Balloon Festivals's 'Evening Glow' event tonight.

Wasn't sure what to expect but knew getting quality images would be a challenge.

Positioned myself a bit too close to the action I think, though a couple of good shots resulted.

The event is quite a short one so not much time to get in to different locations for a different perspective. The crowd was quite large too so getting a clear view wasn't so easy.

Anyway, here's the fruits of my labours.

 Ballons Inflate

Lighting Up to the Music

Inflated

 Warming up

 Nice and Bright

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Edinburgh Fringe Festival

The Edinburgh Fringe has been on my wish list for a good few years but only managed to get through this year.

Kicking myself I left it so long.

A multitude of experiences in just a short walk, and a really good feel factor abounded throughout the day.

A big personal thanks to all the very kind and generous acts that made themselves available on the day to allow me to capture - I hope - a flavour of the events.

 Soweto Spiritual Singers

 The Hive

So Sad

Dance Time

 Hubbards Cupboards

Living Statue - Steampunk Lady

 Girl with Brolly

French Artist

 Steady .........

 Smiling Faces

Marcel

Face of the Fringe

Fear

An Improvised Silent Movie'

Murder She Didn't Write

More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.co.uk - better resolution and options to licence.