Glastonbury 2011

 I love the glostonbury scenery with relaxing people, banners and wellies.

This years Glastofest had an incredible lineup. So many good acts that it was difficult to put together a sensible schedule. I unfortunally lost some concerts, but at the other hand the once I saw, was great!

 

Before the festival, it had rained heavily in the Somerset area, and the ground was soft. The festival site was quickly turned into a mudland.

Elbow had 20 years anniversary this year and was a new aquintance for me. They made a really good concert. Some use the mud and wellies in a creative fashion. 

 Its always something nice to see which makes you smile. Last year U2 cancelled their show because Bono had back problems. They made a incredible comeback. Biffy Clyro delivered an energic show as usual. A really great band.

The weather became better and better, and the mud became sticky. Pilton farm is a big area and it was quitehard to walk around from area to area. However, life is good with wellies and good music.

U2 finally made it to Glastonbury this year and they did a fantastic show. These concerts are quite special and Bono said in an inteview that he was quite nervous before going on stage.

 

The festival area is a wonderful sight!

 

Paul Simon did a wonderful gig in the sun and many scandinavians gathered to see Lykkeli from Sweeden in the Park. Sunday evening Beyonce did the grand finale in front of more than 175 000 people at the Pyramide stage.

There will be no Glastofest in 2012 because of the Olympics in London, but in 2013 I will be there for more......

Street Art

On my travels I usually visit a galleries or museums. I´ve seen amazing art, classical and modern! I enjoy this very much. During time I´ve become more and more aware of the "art" which exists in the cityscape while I´m on my way somewhere.  Street art is a broad term for illegal pictures or pieces on buildings and installations in the city. The "artists" often use pseudonyms or signatures to mark their piece. Its also usual to paint on public transport and underground tunnels/stations.

 John and Yoko in New York City

Artists use different technics from big wall paintings, colourful pieces of texts, stencils, simple signatures and much more. Most "artists" make their pieces with spray boxes. Some of these artists have over the years become known (Like Banksy or Dolk) and makes contemporary careers in museums and galleries all over the world.

 I photographed this stencil in town today! Kong Oscars gt. Bergen

A piece may disapear over time because of reconstruction of buildings, that it is removed by the authorities or just painted over by owners.  A good reason for taking a photograph.

 Fighter in Dublin.