Vierkleur by busi2ness
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The Boer community in South Africa proudly commemorated the 150th birthday of the "Vierkleur" (quad colored) flag on Saturday. The colors of Dutch heritage (orange, white & blue) still evident in the red, white and blue. Gun salutes were fired and as the smoke cleared the flag was hailed. Characteristically a lot of fun was had and people wore traditional attire and a number brought along their horses and joined in a parade.
The young ladies had me mighty proud but they also served as a stark reminder of the times they and the moms had to bear the brunt of wars in the past. I hope you enjoy a glimpse of something unique South African.
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The young ladies had me mighty proud but they also served as a stark reminder of the times they and the moms had to bear the brunt of wars in the past. I hope you enjoy a glimpse of something unique South African.
Thanks for visits and comments on "Old wide mouth":
Comments (49)
VelvetMoxie
Wonderful image and explanation, Piet! Your coloring of the image is perfect for the occasion...thanks for the glimpse into South African culture!
Richardphotos
when I first read your script I thought you said beer instead of Boer and I was going to join in the festivites!!excellent selective coloring
jocko500
love the image and post work
Zeldie
@ Est- I think it depends on where you grew up and who your parents are. Where I grew up the 4 colour was a big thing, a flag that brings honour and pride! I grew up being reminded constantly of who I am and where I come from, who my forefathers were and how rich my history is. So ^5 on sharing a rich and proud past with the rest of the world Oom Piet! It's good to be a white South African, even today :0))
Knersis
Awsome capture showing a part of a nations' SOUL Oom Piet. "Die siel van 'n Nasie wat weer sal opstaan." Ons moet!! This picture makes me proud to be part of the "Boer" people. Thanx for sharing this with us.
annie5
This photo is spendid for me..I especially love the coloring! Bravo Piet! :)
Littlejock
Great composition and presentation. Super work Piet. Hugs
Janiss
excellent! ;-)
elmurray
I love all these commemorative occasions. I think they keep history alive and remind us of those who suffered so that we may all enjoy a better life. Brilliant image and love the selective colouring, really giving the flag centre stage.
FriedaFelicia
What a wonderful tradition. Love the pride that is shown in this image and the is so clearly present in your words. Love the combination of colours and tones. Great presentation.
Sherena
I like the color selective, very good work is always good to know a little from others, great artwork.
frankie96
We all owe a lot to our ancestors...great presentation...
Laelia
That's a good tribute in sective colors with sepia in background I understand your feeling.. Great pic q:)
Sekadhar
Super represenzation!*****!
DuckInTheFog
I haven't had time to look around much in RR lately and I've missed so much.. this is wonderful... Like Bonita, you have brought my awareness of South Africa to new heights.. You are truely an Ambassador for your beautiful country with your magnificent photos and interesting backgrounds.. i love it my friend...lee
Hedepo
Excellent selective colouring,a very impressive capture. The four coloured flag was new to me!! the red, white and blue is familiar to me, and Luxemburg is planning to use a new old flag in the future (instead of the red, white and light blue linked to the Netherlands when part of Belgium and Luxemburg where jointed together with the Hollanders)as announced last week. Prettige avond Groet Henk
erlandpil
Very good color here erland
amberlite
wow the selective color and shadow really bring out the color of the flag! salute!
kgb224
Pieter it is a pity that i couldn't be there.I have a picture of the Vierkleur where it is painted on a rock near The Botanical gardens in Pretoria (Silverton).