130507-F-RR679-034

by TSgt Manuel Martinez

130507-F-RR679-034

Staff Sgt. Kyle Balajadia, a Thunderbirds tactical aircraft maintenance specialist, performs a fire knife dance routine at Lake Meade, Nev. Sgt. Balajadia a Guam native was taught by his dad to perform the dance and also performed for audiences alongside his family members prior to joining the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Manuel J. Martinez)(Released)

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Photographer's Narrative

 

I heard when he was growing up in Guam, he and his family did fire knife dancing. I knew this would be a great chance highlight the person wearing the uniform. I found Lake Meade to be a great spot to provide the illusion of him being on an island.