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Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

 

By: JaW Images Photography

Thanks to Calee and Sypher Art Studios, I was able to attend the Labyrinth of Jareth and cover it for Geek Girls.

The Labyrinth of Jareth is a 2-day classical, fantasy Masquerade Ball in Los Angeles, California. This Ball combines the tradition of a Venetian masquerade with Celtic faerie & goblin lore, as well as amazingly-talented set and costume designers and special fx artists. This fantastical all-ages event has been going on for 17 years and counting...so if you haven’t had the fortune of attending, hopefully this will encourage a new crop of attendees for 2015.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

The hosting venue for the Labyrinth of Jareth was the historic Park Plaza Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. As soon as I entered the Labyrinth, my eyes are GREETED with PEOPLE in all kinds of amazing costumes. As a photographer, the Labyrinth was 100% eye-candy; I didn’t know who or what to start taking photos of first. Since I could not decide, I followed the sounds of tribal drums and made my way up the Park Plaza’s grand staircase.

As soon as I got to the top, there was a large group of people standing in a circle and clapping. I pushed my through the crowd (politely of course) and found what they were clapping for... There was a belly-dance troupe performing at the top of the staircase. After I spent some time watching the them pop, lock, and shimmy, I went off to explore more of the Labyrinth.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

My next stop was the Goblin Encampment. Goblins perform dances and skits on stage, entertaining the Labyrinth patrons while they dined. When Goblins weren’t performing on stage, they ran around being silly and mischievous, while other artists performed.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

After spending some time in the Goblin Court, I went to the Courtyard. In the Courtyard, there were more performers...a group of wandering Lady Minstrels, and musicians on stage. And, of course, more costumed guests.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

The attendees of Labyrinth of Jareth truly vary. At this event, you’ll see Cosplayers, Historical Re-Enactors, Steampunk enthusiasts, and all-around lovers of fantasy costuming. In the Labyrinth, costumes range from highly intricate works of art to simple, yet elegant and fun.There were lovely ladies in gowns, handsome men in armor, stylized costumes, funny costumes, scary costumes... Everyone looked great!

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

And when you’re in need of a break from wandering the courtyards, you can put your feet, wings, or tail up and relax in the Golden Room. Or you can do what I did and take more photos guests in their wonderful costumes...

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

One of my favorite areas of the Labyrinth of Jareth were the ball rooms. There were 3 in total, where there were performances & DJs spinning a variety of music later in the evening. For those who loved to dance, there was truly something for everyone... The Bronze Room played 80‘s, the Royal Pavilion played popular dance music, and The Clockwork Ballroom played classical and folk music.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

The Clockwork Ballroom was my personal favorite. I loved watching the Labyrinth patrons waltz and line dance into the evening. And when the DJ began playing “Jump in the Line”, everyone (even those who weren’t dancing) rushed to floor in a joyous conga line. I would have joined in myself if I weren’t so obsessed with getting photos...and video.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

The Labyrinth of Jareth is an amazing and fun event. Every part of the Labyrinth was built and styled to the tiniest details, inside and out, creating a breath-taking overall effect and ensuring total submersion into Jareth’s surreal, magical world. There was so much to do and see, I feel like I barely scratched the surface. I can’t wait until it comes back in 2015.

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Masquerade Ball Labyrinth of Jareth 2014

Labyrinth of Jareth

By: JaW Images Photography

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July 30 2014



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