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Snowmass showcases 'paint drops in the sky'

By Troy Hooper
Real Aspen – September 18, 2010

Snowmass Village — The balloon festival attracted a good-sized crowd here today, as families and friends gathered in Town Park to watch what the master of ceremonies aptly called "paint drops in the sky."

The spectacular colors and designs on the balloons were set off magnificently against the morning's clear blue sky and alpine surroundings.

One balloon was all about Colorado ...




Another balloon took a regional, or Western, approach ...




This balloon showcases the almighty rat ...





There was something magical about the unicorn balloon ...




There were colors ...







Unusual shapes ...




Flowers ....




Fire .....





And face-painting!


All photos by Troy Hooper

comments: 5 Comments on "Snowmass showcases 'paint drops in the sky'"

inkwars – Sept. 18, 2010, at 3:03 p.m.

Ah! Beautiful! This was one of the best balloon festivals Snowmass has brought us. On a terrific day and backdrop of brilliant blue sky!

Wonderful photos. Nice job, Mr. Hooper.

FCL – Sept. 18, 2010, at 5:45 p.m.

Picture perfect photos! Had to do a double take on those eyes....spooky, but very cool, ladies!

Boo – Sept. 19, 2010, at 7:35 a.m.

Outstanding photography.... all very nice.

olsson – Sept. 19, 2010, at 12:15 p.m.

Thanks for posting these wonderful photos! It was the perfect weather for the balloon fest. Patsy Popejoy, PR Manager Snowmass Tourism

guyinathinsuit – Sept. 19, 2010, at 2:58 p.m.

Very nice reminder of why we live where we do.
(I like the eyes, ladies)

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