While not new to Scarborough 2003 -- they first appeared in 2002 -- it was great seeing that the Mud Faeries were back again! As usual, the male Fey was busy sculpting an awesome dragon (Photo, Above, with Detail of the head, Left). Fortunately, their sculpture "pit" was shaded most of the day, so spectators like myself could tarry and watch their creations grow under the guidance of the Mud Faeries' skilled hands! This, BTW, was a small dragon by Mud Faerie standards. Had I been able to return to Scarborough later this year, I'm SURE I would've seen a HUGE, pot-bellied, smoke-blowing dragon of epic proportions well before Closing Weekend!!!
Of course, not everyone has to be entertained at faire. Fact is, some folks bring their own entertainment with them -- like this group (Photo, Below), playing "Dungeons & Dragons" in the Food Court area at Scarby. If nothing else, the Renaissance atmosphere of the festival must've provided a whole new dimension to the imaginative play of these "Kights of the Picnic Table"! Alas, I could not join them -- nor was I able to return to Scarborough at all for the rest of the 2003 Season. Mayhap next year, tho, I'll be able to go more often...or, at least, try to make the National Jousting Tournament on Memorial Day. See you all there!
Standard Disclaimer: This webpage is strictly an *Unofficial* look at the Scarborough Renaissance Faire held near Waxahachie, Texas since 1981. The author of these pages is in no way, shape, manner or form connected with the Scarborough Renaissance Faire, SouthWest Festivals, Inc., the town of Waxahachie and/or any of the sponsors associated with this event. All opinions expressed are strictly this author's own. Unless noted otherwise, all photographs are copyright ©2002-2004 by George Laking.