So, about a week ago, myself and two friends convinced our photojournalism teacher to let us get out of class early to document the annual 4/20 celebration in Boulder, CO. For those of you that aren't aware, 4/20, for some reason is the date that everyone that smokes marijuana decides to celebrate the use of the drug. With Colorado's lax marijuana laws, public displays of marijuana have become the norm on 4/20.
Not one of us had ever been to this celebration before. In our heads we imagined something of a peaceful protest against the laws declaring marijuana illegal. We expected booths from anti-prohibition to be set up. We expected it to be more than a bunch of Boulder kids, playing hippie with their parents money. We were very wrong.
As it turns out, the celebration was no more of a protest than a frat-party is. Now, I'm not trying to be negative. Once I got over my initial disappointment of not being able to get the shots I wanted, I began to enjoy it for what it was, pure celebration and happiness. I am particularly happy with this shot. Being a drummer myself, I am instantly drawn to the sounds of drums. That is when I found this drum circle and began shooting. It really reminded me of the happiness and joy of summer, music, and good friends. As I was watching this take place in front of me I became engulfed in a feeling of nostalgia, for which I wasn't sure, but it made me feel good.
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