Junk Gypsy Prom
Thursday, October 15, 2009 at 4:03PM Ok, for years and years a friend of mine, Paula, has been showing off these rocking pohotos she has taken at something she called the gypsy prom. I would always see the really cool photos of people dressed up in petticoats, cowboy boots and vintage prom dresses ( lots of tiaras too) and I always wanted to go. But then I would remember (unfailingly) about the prom a week AFTER it had taken place.....Not this year! With a helpful reminder from Paula ( thank you facebook!) I actually made it over to Warrenton.
The prom is actually held in an outdoor space set up next to the junk gypsy booth in Warrenton during antiques week ( it is always on a Thursday) every April and October. This was actually my first time there and next time I am not only bringing my camera, but I am bringing a uhaul and a big wad of cash. There was just so much stuff!
I did not actually stay at the prom too late because it was getting dark and the girls had school the next day, but I definitely plan on going again in April ( hopefully it will be during a mild cold snap- it was steamy this year!)
Anyways, here are some photos!
Gotta love the slight pigeon toed stance of the girl on the left.
Love the old school Christmas lights and decorations in the background. The Dairy Queen sign in the back and the little lunch box by her feet. And their dresses of course.
Ok, funny story.... I actually posted these on flicr and facebook firsty and a friend of mine saw this photo and then had a friend hunt this ( yes, this particular one) typewritewr down and buy it! She had had a similar one before and her mom gave it away without asking. Isn't that awesome??
I think the fortune telling book and cards helped her to know she was in the right place :)
Loved this.
I love sideshow banners ( or even banners that are just made to look that way)
My little junk gypsy
this little guy was whittling. So cute! Hope he did not cut himself. Sadie and he became fast friends.
junk gypsy throne
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Reader Comments (9)
Wow I love the warm lighting in these :) I'm also loving your watermark!!!
This is SPLENDID!!! I love the vintage processing to go with the vintagey vibe of the event. What a treat to photograph! I love it!
I'm in love with these images... such magical light and colours and everything. Super inspiring. Also, your blog is beyond cute!
This set is awesome. I love love the vintage setting and the bands retro dresses. Gypsy Prom I never would have known of such a thing. Thanks for sharing.
wow laura, i really dig this post. your eye and your processing - bam! love it!
What an enigmatic, idiosyncratic and evocative event. Thanks for taking the rest of us there through such beautiful renditions Laura :~)
I like the feel the vintage look gives to your photo. Caputre is great too, I feel like I was there myself.
These photos have so much style to them, they scream grunge! Love them.
Laura, I am in love with your photography.
This gypsy prom looks like something from a magazine - like an editorial shoot. The typewriter shot is my favorite.
The photos of Sadie are gorgeous too. I especially love the one of her with the blue wall and the dance class pictures... brings back memories!
- Natalie (SWPB)