Sunday, September 19, 2010

Chalk Sidewalk Art? or City Code Violation!

I went for a long stroll yesterday and by chance made my way to Trafalgar Square.
On the weekends especially, the square is a magnet for tourists, protesters/demonstrators, and street performers.


On this particular visit I witnessed one street performer (who had just finished putting lots and los of work into her craft) only to learn that her display did not meet certain regulations!



Okay, okay, I must confess... I'm being bit cheeky here. The street-sweeper didn't really destroy her art, nor did he have any intention to do so (and street performers need to carry permits (not that I know of in any case)).

When I saw the artist chatting with her friend (the street sweeper) I though to myself that it would make for a funny picture if I asked him to pretend he was about to destroy the art work she spent so many hours creating. I requested their participation and although they weren't completely sold on the comedic value, they humored me. The picture didn't come out quite as well as I had pictured in my mind, but still kind of funny : )


Cheers,
-Dan

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