Carnevale Chaos

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Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. It's much too crowded here.

Carnevale, Basta

It's the last day of Carnevale: giovedi grasso. Don't feel claustrophobic. The festivities will end soon.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. The Fat Tuesday crowd pushes toward the piazza, passing the Bridge of Sighs. It's impossible to stop and buy a postcard.

Carnevale Original Intent

It's day ten of Carnevale. Go back to the literal meaning of the festival.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A woman models the Casanova style. She stands, appropriately, in front of Il Caffè Florian. I am envious.

Carnevale Confetti

It's day nine of Carnevale. Don’t get overwhelmed by the crowds.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A child absorbs the street party.

Carnevale Blue

It's day eight of Carnevale. If you're feeling blue, then wear something that will make you stand out.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A bluebird pauses in the piazza.

Carnevale Cringe

It's day seven of Carnevale. Don't keep your thoughts to yourself.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A family makes a political statement.

Carnevale Carmen

It's day six of Carnevale. If you're an adorable child, then make sure you get a lift so that everyone can admire your charming costume.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. An enchanting girl rises above the crowd.

Carnevale Mythology

It's day five of Carnevale. Be legendary.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A crabby Neptune stands on guard.

Carnevale, Allegro

It's day four of Carnevale. If you move too fast, then no one will capture a good photo of you.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A jester whips through the crowd.

Carnevale, Troppo

It's day three of Carnevale. Don't try too hard.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. Insects.

Carnevale Classics

It's day two of Carnevale. If you don't feel inspired, then stick to the classic choices.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. A family steps out in traditional costumes.

Carnevale Masks Man

It's day one of Carnevale. Choose a face and get squared.

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy, March 1984. It's about face time.