Article Photos: Clowns learn laugh secrets at Mexico gathering



  Los Chanclitias of Guatemala; Caitio, 21, and his brother Lunarsito, 20, pose for photos during Mexico's 17th annual clown convention, La Feria de la Risa, in Mexico City, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. Approximately 500 clowns gathered at two local theaters in the capital city to exchange ideas, compete for laughs and show off their comedy performances. The Auguste clown duo have been performing for 11 years. (AP Photo/Anita Baca)

Los Chanclitias of Guatemala; Caitio, 21, and his brother Lunarsito, 20, pose for photos during Mexico's 17th annual clown convention, La Feria de la Risa, in Mexico City, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. Approximately 500 clowns gathered at two local theaters in the capital city to exchange ideas, compete for laughs and show off their comedy performances. The Auguste clown duo have been performing for 11 years. (AP Photo/Anita Baca)