Darwin is HOT right now...literally (yes journo friends, I mean that) and metaphorically in the way really cool stuff is hot. If you have a vague feeling you might eventually make it to the 'top end', make it coincide with the Darwin Festival. The build up is threatening to begin but its not quite here. Its an even 33 degrees and the sky is blue, albeit with a dull haze from burn offs.
I am not going to be able to throw myself completely into this festival, although I am already planning 2012. I have been fortunate enough, however, to find a moment for quiet reflection over 100 years 100 portraits, and to find some unexpected relief by way of a cool breeze and sweet prints blowing in the wind.
Festival aside there is something else you need to know about Darwin: the street art is sensational!
I am not going to be able to throw myself completely into this festival, although I am already planning 2012. I have been fortunate enough, however, to find a moment for quiet reflection over 100 years 100 portraits, and to find some unexpected relief by way of a cool breeze and sweet prints blowing in the wind.
Festival aside there is something else you need to know about Darwin: the street art is sensational!
Ah, Darwin - you know this is the coldest time of the year, right FF? ;)
ReplyDeleteI grew up there and there used to be no street art whatsoever; it seems to have only really taken off in the last few years. Each time I go back for a visit I wander around and take a few snaps. The Darwin Festival is certainly a highlight.
Did you find some cool relief with some cold beers also?
Nah I don't do beer but I wish I did - red wine doesn't taste so great in the Darwin heat even if it is their winter!
ReplyDeleteGross! You should have hit the gin and tonics at least!
ReplyDeleteHmmm, yes G & T's would have done nicely!
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