Here is one of these rare moments where people do not care about their surroundings and simply fall asleep in the middle of the city. The pose of the sleeping Asian man may be a bit disturbing but I can assure you he was just catching a nap in front of the Chinese Gardens at Darling Harbour.
Chinese musician
by Ted Szukalski |
There was something surreal about this old Chinese musician playing a traditional instrument in front of the Sydney Fashion Festival tent. So close in distance and so distant in the cultural heritage. The was piece of paper you see at his feet is sheet music.
Chinese Spectacular promotion
by Ted Szukalski |
There was a group of performers dressed in traditional Chinese costumes promoting Chinese Spectacular show, which will be shown in the Sydney Entertainment Center. I could not refuse such inviting pose and the vibrant colours.
Dragon Dance, China Town
by Ted Szukalski |
Chinese Dragon Dance is traditionally performed during the New Year celebrations. In this case however, it was performed with intention to bring good luck to a function held by a bank in Sydney’s China Town. The dance lasted about 30 minutes and was visibly physically demanding on the performers. Colourful, red and gold costumes as well as very loud drums brought attention of countless passers by.
Chinese Girl – Granddaughter
by Ted Szukalski |
Another street portrait of a Chinese girl. She was at the King Street Wharf with her family, enjoying a beautiful but cold and windy afternoon.