Old love

In Taiwan, lotuses have become many people’s old love. Every summer,when lotuses begin to bloom in the pond,people tiptoe to the pond with their cameras,choosing the best angles and begin their great creation.

Mt.Hohuan in Taiwan

Few people in Taiwan have seen snow as it is located in sub-tropical area (zone). Mt. Hohuan is one of the rare resorts that “sometimes” offer snow to see. For more pics, please go to my ALBUM at http://www.wretch.cc/album/albertshaw.

Reflection lens

reflection lensThe portraits were taken with Minolta’s RF Rokkor-x,250mm .When properly located,the lens can produce an effect with many little circles. The lens is a favourite of many Taiwanese photographers during the photographic competition.

 

Better half

Special lens



The posted pics were taken with special lens. It can produce dreamy vague.Maybe you don’t like the effect because it seems to be the result of careless vibration. But no, the peculiar effect is created by,yes,of course you know it, the Lensbaby.

Musical teams in communities





There are traditional Chinese musical teams in the communities around Taiwan. The members gather once or twice a week to practice their favourite tune for entertainment. Some of the teams play in the religious festivals,but only few of them play in the funerals for commercial profit.Most of the members are retired elders who want to entertain themselves after hard work in life.

China Youth Corps’ boarding center




China Youth Corps’ boarding center is located in Kenting in southern Taiwan. The center is famous for its Minnan(閩南) stytles of building.

Pilgrimage in Taiwan





The Taiwanese spend a lot of time worshipping their gods.Every year in spring,they move from Daijia in Taichung County to Shinkong in Jiayi County. The journey is a symposium of Chinese folk music and folk arts.The pilgrimage includes eight days and seven nights.The picture on the right shows the followers of Mazu(媽祖),the goddess,are kneeing down to let the sedan of Mazu go over their heads which will help them to get rid of bad spirits and bring them good luck.

What do you see when there are no flowers?






Flowers are attractive and impressive.But when there are no beautiful flowers,we need philosophy to look at the boring leaves and branches.

Good companion



Are you lonesome tonight? What would you do when you feel disappointed and depressed after your encountering with the unfriendly world?Our best companions may be our spouse because they are willing to share our happiness and sorrow. They are always ready to listen to our complaint without reluctance.

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