Copenhagen is one of those unique places which caused me to contemplate my narrative closely. A place that can’t be described using flattering prose alone. Copenhagen is a city that really caught me by surprise. For years, I’ve heard about the open and progressive attitude they have toward the LGBT community. I heard the same about Barcelona, Amsterdam, and Berlin. Granted, those are all wonderful cities. But they pale in comparison regarding how open and tolerant citizens are to the LGBT community. And Pride is a perfect example.
I attended Copenhagen Pride and earlier in the summer Barcelona Pride with the #MyGayPride campaign. I also visited Amsterdam and Berlin recently. What I saw in Copenhagen was nothing short of inspiring. That city opened up and embraced the LGBT community in a way I’ve never seen and showed me how a community can treat LGBT peoples. Tolerance IS possible. It is possible to be respectful even if you don’t agree with someones lifestyle choices. And honestly, Pride isn’t only for the LGBT community. Copenhagen residents used it as an opportunity to embrace their fellow residents and enjoy the last days of summer.
Copenhagen Pride was a photographers dream. Not only was it vibrant and colorful, but drew people from all over the city. Including U.S. Ambassador Rufus Gifford and Husband Dr. Stephen DeVincent. Everyone was kind and open to the camera. To the point where I took the most shots of any event in a single day. EVER. It was a nightmare to edit them down, but here we are. Be warned…….I shot a lot. Enjoy and be sure to share. The more love I get with these photo essays the more I’ll shoot the,
Young lesbians at Copenhagen Pride
Abs at Copenhagen Pride
White Wig Drag Queen at Copenhagen Pride
Wheres Waldo at Copenhagen Pride
U.S. Ambassador Rufus Gifford and Husband Dr. Stephen DeVincent at Copenhagen Pride marching with the U.S. Embassy
Tribal Couple at Copenhagen Pride
Transgender Rights at Copenhagen Pride
Thai Model at Copenhagen Pride
Thai Drag Queen at Copenhagen Pride Denmark
Thai Angels at Copenhagen Pride
Senior riding in Copenhagen Pride
Senior Copenhagen Pride Drag
Scooter at Copenhagen Pride
SAS Flight attendants at Copenhagen Pride
S&M at Copenhagen Pride
Russia Copenhagen Pride Bubbles
Riding friends at Copenhagen Pride
Red Drag Queen at Copenhagen Pride
Raggedy Ann and Andy Copenhagen Pride
Racket Lesbians at Copenhagen Pride
Push cart and Beauty at Copenhagen Pride
Older Lesbians at Copenhagen Pride
North Korea Copenhagen Pride
Muscle and Tattoos at Copenhagen Pride
Men supporting Gay Pride Copenhagen
Lesbian Couple kiss at Copenhagen Pride
Lesbian Couple at Copnhagen Pride
Leather Copenhagen Pride
Interracial Gay Couple at Copenhagen Pride
Goth Clown at Copenhagen Pride
Gold men Copenhagen Pride
Girl Unicycle Copenhagen Pride
Hippie Copenhagen Pride Jewish
Gay Rights are Human Rights at Copenhagen Pride
Gay Couple and Dog at Copenhagen Pride
Friends at Copenhagen Pride
Fit couple at Copenhagen Pride
Family at Copenhagen Pride Baby
Drag Queens at Copenhagen Pride Green
Drag Queen pedals Seniors at Copenhagen Pride
Drag Queen at Copenhagen Pride
Disabled Copenhagen Pride
Cosplay at Copenhagen Pride
Burka at Copenhagen Pride
Brides at Copenhagen Pride
Bondage at Copenhagen Pride
Biker at Copenhagen Pride
Beard and Boobs at Copenhagen Pride
Be Gay Copenhagen Pride
Asian Drag Queen at Copenhagen Pride
Animal Print Copenhagen Pride
Alice in Wonderland Copenhagen Pride
Alice in Wonderland at Copenhagen Pride Bride
I attended Barcelona Pride as part of the outstanding #myGayPride campaign withGayStarNews and 100+ other Ambassadors. This trip was partially sponsored by several great companies, but a few I want to highlight. SAS Airlines which provided me with flights to and from Copenhagen and participated in the parade as you can see above. Also, the wonderful Andersen Hotel. Seriously one of my favorite hotels now. Amazing staff and great location. Plus great taste in art. I present to you the amazing Freddie Mercury.
Freddie Mercury Andersen Hotel Copenhagen
