A snapshot of Tobago's J'Ouvert, Rhythm, Steel & Powder
Jeff Mayers
PAY DE DEVIL: This red devil struck a scary pose for the camera with his pitch fork in tow. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
Thousands of people turned out to celebrate J’Ouvert in Tobago on Saturday, as they revelled in oil, mud, paint and powder.
The Rhythm, Steel & Powder parade on Friday also saw a huge turnout of people bedecked in full costumes – masquerading as traditional sailors, devils and moko jumbies, to name a few.
This is the second year of the island's October Carnival which takes place from October 27-29.
Newsday photographer Jeff Mayers captured these images reflecting the celebrations.
SKULLTASTIC: Mas creativity was on full display as this reveller posed for the camera showing off his black devil ensemble, accented with with skull accessories- Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
BLUEEEEEE: This reveller made sure to stay hydrated as he enjoyed the festivities covered in blue paint while holding his Blue Waters refreshment. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
CLEAN-UP WOMAN: This 'Clean-up Woman' was all smiles at the Tobago Dutty J'Ouvert. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
STRIKE A POSE: These revellers struck a pose for our Newsday camera. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
TURN IT UP: Fog Angels revellers danced along the streets with the music trucks during the band's Turn It Up presentation. Fog Angels was the largest band along the parade route. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
TAKE A LIKKLE WINE: This reveller wasn't shy to dance on a female friend during J'Ouvert celebrations in Tobago on Saturday. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
SPLASH OF COLOUR: These colourful patrons enjoyed the celebrations at the Tobago Dutty J'Ouvert celebrations held on Saturday at Milford Road, Scarborough, Tobago. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
OIL DOWN: Covered in oil, this reveller shows off his dance moves at the Rhythm, Steel & Powder event. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
PATRIOTIC MOKO: This Moko jumbie outfitted is a costume that featured the national colours, red, white and black, was spotted at the Rhythm, Steel and Powder parade. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
WE NAH FRAID POWDER: Dancing to the steelpan music, these revellers show they came out to play mas and they definitely are not afraid of powder. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
PAN, SWEET PAN: Buccooneers Steel Orchestra entertained the crowd at the Rhythm, Steel & Powder parade on October 27. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
RHYTHM FUH SO: Revellers chipped along the parade to the beat of the Hands of Rhythm Drums at the Rhythm, Steel & Powder event. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers
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