We happened to "catch" Sinterklaas alone with one of his Zwarte Pieten preparing for a parade through the streets of Den Burg on the island of Texel, 2 weeks ago. They were slowly walking several rounds on the parking lot; apparently Sinterklaas had to get used to riding the white horse... Earlier that day they arrived by boat in the small harbour of Oudeschild.
The three of them were happy to be photographed on this private moment, even the horse -called 'Amerigo' according to the tradition- seemed to look in the camera ;)
If you would like to read more about this tradition in our country click HERE.
You were in the right place at the right time! Lovely portrait of all three of them!
BeantwoordenVerwijderenEcht een mooi statieportret van sinterklaas. Daar mag hij heel blij mee zijn.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenVery interesting look at a tradition that would stir huge controversy in Ferguson, Missouri right now.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenEen prachtige foto van Sinterklaas, een sereen plaatje en het paard kijkt je inderdaad aan. (we hadden hetzelfde idee vandaag :))
BeantwoordenVerwijderenlaten wij dit maar lekker zo laten.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenMy parents were Dutch, so this tradition was something in our family background. Excellent portrait shot!
BeantwoordenVerwijderenThat's nice to hear, William. Did you ever celebrate 'Sinterklaas' yourself?
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