Today is the 11th day of the 11th month. And at precisely 11:11 today is the official start of the Fasching season. Fasching is the German equivalent to carnival or Mardi Gras. A good historical explanation in English is here.
Although most of the parades aren't until the end of February (they're scheduled to be the "last chance" to go wild before the start of Lent), today marks the begining of the club meetings and plans for the big event.
Some of the hats and masks belonging to the clubs are so amazing (historically and artistically), I always look forward to fun photo opportunities. I've often thought of finding one of these clubs and attempting to get some "behind-the-scenes" info and photos, perhaps learning their age-old secret knock and such...
Here is a canvas I did over the summer, spray painting pretzels over a collage of German playing cards, adhering a sewn photographic digital collage as well as felt dots for confetti. Although I was really happy with this and can completely and fully transport myself to the filthy street and loud atmosphere, this canvas got less that favorable reactions from my loved ones. :(
