Harold Ayala

I was relaxing at the Piazza della Rotonda after a long day of visiting museums and meandering through the many interesting neighbourhoods of Rome. Then a mime artist pulls up his cart and starts his act. I always watch street performers and I have a lot of respect for their skill and energy. This turned out to be one of the most memorable performances. He had the whole massive crowd across the square laughing out loud for more than half an hour. I ventured to make a portrait which proved difficult with such a master of fast moves and surprising antics. After ridiculing me for a while and creating another series of good laughs for everybody he gave me this pose. His name is Harold Ayala - if he puls up outside a cafe near you then stay and enjoy the show - he is a star. Always carry a camera.

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