Back has debilitated me a little today, so another shot from yesterdays crawl.
Sony Nex 5N post edited in CS5
Santa in the City 2
Santa in the City
An early Sunday morning wander (actually, a slow limp as I’ve hurt my back) through Aucklands CBD, Queen Street, featured a familiar face. Old Farmers Santa. A bit of old iconic legend in Auckland, this 20metre tall, 4500+kg jolly man is now 53 years old!
I recall his pre-facelift years where he had a summoning finger and winking eye – characteristics which brought about the title of being the worlds creepiest santa last decade (the size and design reminds me of Stay Puft from Ghostbusters) . Since his ‘facelift’ in 2009, his finger no longer moves, and his eyes stay wide open. A bit of a shame, but equally, probably for the best.
I don’t recall the reindeer in earlier years. Imagine the warehouse needed to store this lot when christmas is over!
Run Santa Run
A quick mobile photo on the go today.
After work hundreds of people around the country (and other countries I think) gathered in their main towns to take part in ‘The Great KidsCan Santa Run’.
A short fun run that raises funds towards children with cancer, its likely the most santas anyone will see in one place, and without a doubt running!
Snapped on my Galaxy s2, using the afterfocus app I blurred the background added a vignette and a vintage filter.
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