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Peony

This piece was tailor-made for my mom, who modeled for the first time. As the eldest son in a single-parent family, I've witnessed her resilience through many challenging times. To me, my mom embodies both the indomitable spirit and the elegance of a peony. In the summer of 2024, when my mom first wore her newly acquired peony-patterned qipao, the vibrant energy of the large blooming peony immediately captured my attention. The intricate, layered petals of the peony enchanted me and inspired the creation of this photographic artwork.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: None, United States of America
Copyright: © Taolue Yu