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Between The Cracks

This series captures my childhood Guangzhou old blocks. New roads reshape the city, yet these quarters hold old memories as quiet timekeepers. Tough plants grow through concrete cracks, stubbornly showing life’s resilient vitality amid urban development.

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Photographer of the Year Contest

2026

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Between The Cracks

This series captures my childhood Guangzhou old blocks. New roads reshape the city, yet these quarters hold old memories as quiet timekeepers. Tough plants grow through concrete cracks, stubbornly showing life’s resilient vitality amid urban development.

About Artist

Ruimei Shao

I am a lighting and jewelry designer whose creative practice is rooted in the observation of light. Through photography, I seek quiet moments where nature, light, and everyday life come together. Rather than documenting scenes, I aim to capture the subtle emotions that exist within them. My photographs reflect a calm and contemplative perspective, inviting viewers to pause and rediscover beauty in the ordinary.

Ruimei Shao

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Architecture, Domestic Animals, Landscapes, People, Travel

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