It is a difficult thing to describe. I was among the million in the crowd, and had a front row seat to history being made. Among the highlights though were the reaction of the crowd to George Bush – wholescale boos. This was followed by everyone singing “na na na na, na na na na, hey hey, goodbye”.
After Obama became president, the music started – hail to the chief came on and the people around me began dancing. People smiled and danced with strangers, the atmosphere was one of sheer delight. The crowds were tremendously positive, and despite being squeezed and jostled everyone was polite and friendly. The crowd also reacted well to the gaffe during the swearing in.
Here are some of the photos from today’s inauguration.
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13 responses to “Inauguration photos”
Great pics! Love the pics of people walking in the tunnel. The B/W photo looks like something from Close Encounters. What an experience!
Some deadly pics Gavin. Good work! I especially like the one of the euphoric woman in the shawl – it’s a keeper.
So many happy faces. Great photographs. It’s overwhelming to see the mass of people on TV – these bring the true joy of the occasion out.
Kick ass shots man!! Wish I could have made it there too. I only made it to Grant Park Nov 4th
You lucky, lucky bastard.
Photos rock of course
Wow, great photos. Your updates are great – I’m so jealous I’m not there! Enjoy the celebrations – looks like a great atmosphere.
These are class Gavin. It was hard to gauge the crowd reaction to the fluffed lines from the BBC coverage so that’s good to hear.
WISH I WAS THERE. I CANT IMAGINE THE FEELING!
Brilliant pictures; it looks like it was amazing!
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Love your photos…they really capture the excitment and mood of the day. I mean really.
Heather from Canada
“Thank God” is right! Great photos of the real people of inauguration day!
Thanks everyone!