Photos!

Here's a sampling of photos from Esprit over the years to give you a better idea of what to expect, some of the things that happen, and what the setting is like.

Esprit does have a photo policy to protect the privacy of our attendees. If you have photos you want to share on this page, contact the webmistress to make arrangements.

	The Port Angeles Red Lion welcomes us warmly every year.

Immediately upon your arrival, you will receive a registration package that includes welcome letters, a schedule, a resource guide for Port Angeles, other helpful information, and a badge.

	The long drive is behind them and a week of fun awaits. On the first day of Esprit 2004, Michelle, Michelle, and Penny are beaming with big, happy smiles!

	Tuesday is the traditional Esprit activity day. Among the activities is a ferry ride to Victoria for high tea at the Empress Hotel and sightseeing. Several ladies enjoy the sights of Victoria BC from a horse-drawn carriage on a beautiful Spring day following high tea.

The gardens of Victoria B.C. are the perfect backdrop for any group photo.

	Volunteers are busy at work on the elaborate sets in the Red Lion ballroom for the Roman Holiday Wednesday party in 2002.

The chefs at the Red Lion prepare pasta-to-order during the Roman Holiday Wednesday party. In the background you can see some of the decor, including Venus de Milo-like mannequins dressed in elegant corsets.

	Over the course of your stay, you will collect a variety of other items, including product samples, handouts from classes, and promotional materials provided by resources.

The ladies enjoy an elegant and leisurely evening of French cuisine in the atrium of the C'est si Bon restaurant. Dress as elegantly as you wish and study up on your wines!

	The Port Angeles Light Opera Association singers sing and dance a medley of popular and Broadway show tunes during one of the meals at the Elks Lodge.

The attendees in this fashion show at the Red Lion take the stage for one last curtain call. Formalwear and daywear have been the themes for recent shows and Esprit has enjoyed the support of local businesses such as Fashion Bug and Just 'n Love who loan clothing items selected by the models themselves.

	The Talent Show comes to an exciting finale at the spacious and historic Elks Lodge. The crowd comes to its feet as everyone sings the Pointer Sisters' "We Are Family."

The graduation ceremony in the Elks Lodge ballroom ends with a group photo of all of the first-time attendees, including the Significant Others. Immediately after the ceremony, the floor is cleared for an evening of dancing and celebrating.

	On the last days of Esprit, attendees have their choice of Esprit-hosted dances and music or to visit The Nasty Habits, an all-TG band, at packed Port Angeles bars.

Esprit reaches around the globe! Big Sister Fannie poses with her flock of little sisters (Jenny, Rochelle, and Melissa) who came all the way from New Zealand to enjoy Esprit.

	Karen Brown (accessories/wardrobe presenter and jewelry resource) and our official Esprit photographer Stephanie Mitchell enjoy the Saturday party.

Many of you will be lucky enough to enjoy ferry rides across Puget Sound as you travel to and from Port Angeles and Seattle.

	A yearbook will be mailed to you that contains information on presenters and resources, photographs from throughout the week, and stories and thoughts written by you. As with any yearbook, you can choose to include a photo of you, a brief message, and information on how others can contact you. Most attendees also collect stacks of friendship cards and photographs.

ESPRIT, ESPRIT GALA and ESPRIT 2009 relate only to the yearly transgender conference
held in Port Angeles, WA. The conference and organization is not associated or connected
with the global apparel company Esprit or its marks.

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