The Spirit of the Drum

Photographer

Hsien-Chih Chuang

Category

People Photography - Culture

Company

Chinese Culture University

Submission Group

Amateur

Year

2025

Country / Region:

Taiwan

This photograph captures a traditional Taiwanese drum craftsman immersed in his work. In a dimly lit workshop, surrounded by tools and drums, he strikes a raw drumhead, embodying the rhythm of heritage and human skill. The monochrome tones enhance the textures and intensity, honoring the dignity of labor and the spirit of cultural preservation.

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