A return to my hiding place, Shamian Dao, Guangzhou, China
Everyone has a hiding place. Mine is the little island of Shamian. Ever since I discovered it in 2002, I keep returning this place whenever I can. The people there remember me and that makes me happy. Some pictures from Shamian Dao.
East meets west. These statues were the new attraction at Shamian.
The musicians enjoy while the men shoot an advert for a shop.
Taking pictures of the lovely gardens.
Another cameraman joins them.
Little games.
A piece titled "Beauty of the Century" showing the change in fashion (and outlook) from the 1900s to the modern time.
A rather studious boy
A more playful boy
Adults enjoying a game of foot-badminton. They stand in a circle and kick a feathered shuttle.
This electromechanical Santa actually dances.
The riverside.
The waltzing couple and painting students.
Little critics and their mothers examine the artist's work.