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Every year, dozens of flamboyant clowns gather in Northbrook, Illinois, to attend the World Clown Association convention. Hilarity always ensues when they share comedy routines, contacts, and even spiritual worship.
Clowns pose for a group picture during the fifth day of the 2014 World Clown Association convention in Northbrook, Illinois.
Lisa Hinshaw adjusts her wig after taking the "Posing for Pictures and Working with the Media" class.
From left, Angel Contreras and Desi Payne read from novelty bibles during a worship service.
From left, Desi Payne, Angel Contreras, Ben Christensen, and Dean Cotton take communion during a worship service at the 2014 World Clown Association convention.
Armando L. Sanchez is a freelance photographer based in Chicago. To view more, check out his website at http://www.mandophoto.com/.
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