Woman Embroidering in Beijing in in Beijing, China

Woman Embroidering in Beijing

by Shelby Cameron

Sunlight floods a narrow alleyway in Beijing’s hutong district, illuminating a weathered wooden doorframe where an elderly woman sits on a low plastic stool. Beside her rests a woven basket filled with spools of colorful embroidery thread, catching the sharp morning glare. She holds a pair of metal tailor shears, pausing mid-cut on a strip of red fabric draped over her knees. The rough texture of the aged brick wall contrasts with the smooth, bright yarns. A small dog sleeps curled near her feet, oblivious to the activity. A quiet moment of traditional craft amidst the urban decay of the neighborhood, with shadows stretching long across the dusty concrete ground.

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Camera Leica M1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Leica M1 photos, grab one online.
Lens 50mm f/1.8
Focal Length 50mm
Aperture f/1.8
Shutter Speed 1/125
ISO 100
Film Kodak Portra 160 softness
Location in Beijing, China
Date 2015-01-11
Credit VEETER
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