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This series is about my hometown Nantong. I came to UK in 2014 and back to China once a year. Every time I go back I see this city changing and developing, which is great. But the changes make me feel more precious about the parts that haven't changed in this city. I miss all the details in that city. The shabby alley, the 'fortune' sign for New Year, they are my memory. 'Home' series means a lot to me, which reminds me of my childhood before coming to the UK.

When I back in Nantong, I looked up I see all those wires and blue sky, which reminds me of the good old time when I was on my way to school, I sit in the car, listening English lesson tape, and my attention was always outside the car, at the views of this city.

The 'fortune' sign stuck on the door is a blessing for Chinese New Year. This is the tradition with lucky meaning. It's a symbol of happiness and unity. I found it representative.