A Chinese Photographer and the Stories of Her Elderly Clients
A Chinese Photographer and the Stories of Her Elderly Clients
In Chongqing, photographer Zhou Wenyi focuses her lens on a group often overlooked — the elderly. Over the past years, her studio has captured portraits for hundreds of senior clients, preserving their golden moments. It’s not just about photography — it’s emotional renewal. Through her work, she helps clients regain confidence, showcasing the human warmth within China’s “silver economy.” In an aging society, her approach gives us new perspectives. In this episode of Bridging News, let’s step into her world of photography and listen to these heartwarming silver stories.
Step into the 14th China Art Festival
The 14th China Art Festival is now being held at Sichuan Fine Arts Institute’s Huxi Campus — the first time it’s been hosted at a western Chinese university. This exhibition showcases over 1,000 outstanding works from across China, combining online and offline formats with a “cloud gallery” for a global audience.
Carl Zha: “Tradition in One Eye, Modernity in the Other”
Renowned overseas vlogger Carl Zha recently returned to his hometown, Chongqing, capturing his renewed impressions of the city. From the thousand-year craftsmanship of the Dazu Rock Carvings to the cyberpunk wonder of trains running through buildings, he explored Chongqing’s harmony between the ancient and the futuristic. Carl believes this diversity is exactly why Chongqing has become a global sensation on social media. In this episode of Faces of Chongqing, let’s follow his lens and rediscover this familiar yet ever-evolving city.
Chongqing in the Global Spotlight
This week, Chongqing continues to shine on the international stage. The 2025 Cup of China Figure Skating Grand Prix was held in Chongqing and covered by Chinese and foreign media; meanwhile, the Fuxing CR450 set a global record of 453 km/h during trials on the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu High-Speed Railway, drawing overseas media attention. A 100-million-ton shale oil reserve was discovered in Chongqing’s Qijiang, reported to China’s official media. The 32nd SAECCE was also held in Chongqing, focusing on the BRI boosting auto exports. Additionally, a YouTube vlogger’s video of Chongqing’s Chaotianmen drone show received over 26 million views.
