Stars and Stripes Parade

Covering the local Independence Day Parade for the Caller-Times was the breath of fresh air I needed. I have so missed making pictures and having a clear-cut reason to tell people why I am photographing them.




I was torn between the image above and the one below. I like the framing, the colors, and the patriotic feeling in the first, but I wonder if her action is as clear as the one below? (playing the piccolo) I'd hate to trade clarity and purpose for prettiness.


Probably the first time a horse smiled at me.