Floating village
The Tanka are a boat-dwelling ethnic group who have lived off the coast of Fujian for generations, sustaining themselves through fishing and aquaculture. Their floating villages are renowned for a distinctive way of life, with homes, schools, and shops all on a network of interconnected rafts.
Awards
Color Photography Contest
2025Bronze
Aerial
Non Professional
Floating village
The Tanka are a boat-dwelling ethnic group who have lived off the coast of Fujian for generations, sustaining themselves through fishing and aquaculture. Their floating villages are renowned for a distinctive way of life, with homes, schools, and shops all on a network of interconnected rafts.
About Artist
Eric Seidner
Eric Seidner is an award-winning American photographer based in China, specializing in travel and documentary photography. Over nearly two decades in Asia, his work has earned accolades from numerous international competitions and publications such as Smithsonian Magazine and National Geographic, and has been exhibited at Christie’s London. Eric’s distinctive style blends cultural storytelling with thoughtful composition, capturing vivid photographs of landscapes, architecture, and the shared experiences of humanity.
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