Edinburgh Mela 2012

Edinburgh Mela festival in Leith

I’m really looking forward to taking photos for the Edinburgh Mela festival again this year. This is a photo from the dress rehearsal of Rama and Site, the Mela’s opening show down on Leith Links. Usually the festival starts on Saturday, but  this year they have taken the decision to put on a free show. There will be pyrotechnics and fireworks involved in the performance. And they’ve even scheduled in a full moon for the night, too!

The  Edinburgh Mela is a riot of sound,  colours and tastes, based on Leith Links in Edinburgh. There’s non-stop  music, dance and theatre going on throughout the weekend, as well as food and other stalls, a fashion show, and childrens’ area. From a photographer’s perspective, it’s a great fun event to photograph. The colours and continuous activity certainly keep me on my toes, and provide opportunities for all sorts of shots I wouldn’t normally have a chance to take. The event always has a wonderful atmosphere, with thousands of visitors, and a real family friendly feel to it.

I’ll be down at Leith Links taking photos for the festival again this year. Here’s a few of my Edinburgh Mela photos.