For this project, I visited High Street in order to capture candid moments from the annual International Street Festival hosted by West Virginia University. At this event, members of the WVU community with ties to Brazil, China, India, Kuwait, Japan, Spain, Egypt, and Indonesia, among others, gathered to promote their unique cultures. The following five images offer a glimpse into the experience.
A crowd gathers at the WVU International Street Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, to witness the many cultures represented through food, games, performances, and traditional items. The event took place on High Street from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
WVU President Gordon Gee speaks to representatives of Indonesian culture at the International Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. He was conducting interviews for his video series “Gee Mail”.
A parent and child speak with a representative of the Brazilian Student Association at the WVU International Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. The Brazilian Student Association was one of several student groups with booths at the event.
A woman at the India booth at the WVU International Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, applies henna to a customer’s hand. The intricate design was completed in under ten minutes.
A performer represents one of the many cultures showcased in the WVU International Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 with a graceful combination of martial arts and dance. His performance included a variety of traditional weapons.