...his picture I will send far and near, that all the kingdom May have due note of him; --William Shakespeare King Lear Act II, Scene I

The following lists some photos of life at the Ren Faire, with a brief description of the photo and the image size. We hope that those unfamiliar with a Ren Faire will get a flavor of what it's like to visit, and those who are familiar can enjoy the recollections these images are bound to generate. For ease of reference, we have grouped them reverse-chronologically by faire.

The Wonderland Society would like to collect pictures from other Renaissance festivals held throughout the country. If you have photos or JPEGs from a Renaissance festival not listed on this page, please email webmaster@wonderland.com about how we can arrange to include your images.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- Vacaville, CA Fall 2001 Charles the Wrestler 400x300 JPEG, 30 Kb Courtesy of: John Bacheller the Dogs in Doublets present Charles the Wrestler for the entertainment of all.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- Novato, CA Fall 1996 I am not Henry VIII 391x556 JPEG, 30 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett The new Lord Mayor, John Thomas Pullit, still manages to stand out against a colourful backdrop of visiting nobility. no title 329x494 JPEG, 23 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett We didn't know what to call this one, but this is an excellent upperclass/lower nobility lady's costume. the Sweetness of Garlick 464x384 JPEG, 32 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett Spending the vast majority of his days wreathed in garlic didn't seem to dent Alan's success with the women one whit. Man of the Rose 320x526 JPEG, 14 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett A member of the Cardiff Rose demonstrates that proper fighting posture is essential to be a truly popular Renaissance man.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- Novato, CA Fall 1995 Bottomless Tankard 306x299 JPEG, 17 Kb Courtesy of: Despite having a tankard useful only as a brace, Jon doesn't appear overly distressed. Praising John Barleycorn 564x333 JPEG, 39 Kb Courtesy of: Karen Emmell The washer women take a break in the afternoon. Waiting Outside the Gates I 596x415 JPEG, 32 Kb Courtesy of: St Cuthbert's is perhaps not as bright and cheery as the morning sunshine, as they await the opening of the Faire. Waiting Outside the Gates II 516x368 JPEG, 26 Kb Courtesy of: A different angle on the waiting guild, where Erin's and Stacy's faces say it all.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- San Bernardino, CA Spring 1995 "With this play, we are..." 519x268 JPEG, 20 Kb Courtesy of: Georgia McClellan Her Majesty sits to stage right as St Cuthbert's presents its pageant for her by the lake. Justice is Done... 659x440 JPEG, 33 Kb Courtesy of: Georgia McClellan Georgia is all smiles when she is first confined to the stocks. After all, this is only playing, right? ...and Chastisement Administered 529x324 JPEG, 22 Kb Courtesy of: Georgia McClellan Georgia's smile fades a little once enthusiastic peasants dump nasty filthy lake water over her head.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- Novato, CA Fall 1994 Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth Gloriana 286x426 JPEG, 48 Kb Courtesy of: Dave Vangerov The Queen sits upon stage while the guild of St Cuthbert's performs a pageant for her entertainment (and that of the customers). Look upon her upper right sleeve to see a favour with the design shown at right. The design is a link to a side gallery illustrating the story behind how Her Majesty acquired the favour and why. Digging for gold 292x494 JPEG, 21 Kb Courtesy of: Dave Vangerov Our Lord Mayor, the honourable Sir Horatio Tipswell, stays in character even when relaxing backstage between shows. Backstage with St Cuthberts 724x497 JPEG, 73 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett The guild of St Cuthbert's behind the Innyard stage during morning notes. This is during closing weekend. HI! 346x219 JPEG, 35 Kb Courtesy of: Cathi Schorr Cathi, Kristen, and Adrienne are all smiles. "Here, let me hold you up" 434x272 JPEG, 40 Kb Courtesy of: Cathi Schorr John looks dubious, but Cathi's havin' a great time. huh? 200x424 JPEG, 16 Kb Courtesy of: Randy Bartlett Adrienne gets caught off-guard backstage. Do Not Disturb 474x347 JPEG, 23 Kb Courtesy of: Sue Honor Heather does not appreciate having her afternoon nap interrupted simply for a photo.

Renaissance Festival -- San Luis Obispo, CA Summer 1994 Turning our backs to the mundane I 531x387 JPEG, 48 Kb Courtesy of: Kristen Johansen Heather and Shari are assisted in gate duty by young master Steven. Turning our backs to the mundane II 340x400 JPEG, 28 Kb Courtesy of: Georgia McClellan Kristen does her turn at gate duty, too. the Temptation of a New Game 287x287 JPEG, 21 Kb Courtesy of: Shari Brooks Steven and friend are distracted from learning to juggle.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- San Bernardino, CA Spring 1994 Martin has breakfast 286x426 JPEG, 33 Kb Courtesy of: Adrienne Rappaport Martin takes his breakfast drink behind St Cuthbert's. [This is a good example of a male peasant costume.] Stephanie & Adrienne 432x325 JPEG, 55 Kb Courtesy of: Adrienne Rappaport Stephanie and Adrienne pause for a photo after morning notes.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire -- Novato, CA Fall 1993 Street panorama 827x341 JPEG, 61 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson An excellent view of the crowded street facing Twilziewop and the Friends of Faire. The Danse Macabre procession is visible in the center right. [This photo gives the best feel for what walking through Faire is like.] Lunch at Twilziewop 546x391 JPEG, 43 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson The workers at Twilziewop enjoy lunch while the Faire goes on below. Yes, the food is real. Star Trek plays Twilziewop 655x376 JPEG, 45 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson The crew of the USS Enterprise-D travel back 750 or so years in order to partake of the "second-best pillow sport in all the Shire." Closing time at Twilziewop 755x341 JPEG, 40 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson The customers have gone home, and Dave, Evan, Shari, and Heather rest for a while in the calm. [Twilziewop is a big booth. This image gives a good sense of that.] Smile, everybody! 478x340 JPEG, 29 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson Some of the crew at Twilziewop line up for a picture. From left to right, we have Evan, Undina, Rebecca, Rose, Trish, and Tammy on the bottom. untitled 375x272 JPEG, 15 Kb Courtesy of: Trish Patterson Heather, Trish, and John in the late afternoon.

Renaissance Festival -- San Luis Obispo, CA Summer 1993 John's best friend 446x314 JPEG, 37 KB Courtesy of: Adrienne Rappaport John and friend share a peaceful breakfast moment.