ENTRY DESCRIPTION
The photo was shot in the Chaouwara Tannery. It is the oldest and largest of the traditional tanneries in Fez’s leather souk. It dates back to medieval times. The skins here were dyed by hand with special ingredients like cow urine and quicklime. The smell of ammonia can be overwhelming. The workers were exposed in strong ammonia everyday. This may cause serious burns on their skin slowly.

AUTHOR
Born in 1997, born in Hong Kong, grew up in Hong Kong. She likes to visit different parts of the world as a traveller. She cultivated a street photography habit during her travels. Her works are mainly based on the principle of minimalism, composed of simple lines, patterns, light and shadow. She often uses a single subject and blank space to enhance the interpretation of her work. Exploring the relationship between people, society and the world, and showing the diverse cultural customs of various places.

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