Painted B&W Photos Make A Big Comeback in China

(from ecns.cn) Lots of Chinese people will be familiar with artificially coloured images, with many people owning family photos like these from generations past. The technique was deemed outdated. But now, with the likes of Instagram and other filtering or post-produced photos on trend, it.s back with a bang.

Amy Kao — An American Beauty

Amy Kao was recently selected as Miss New Jersey National US 2013. She will be competing in the 2014 Miss National US pageant in San Antonio next summer. Miss National US Incorporated (MNUS) is a national, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that focuses on community outreach and educational scholarships. It is a leadership program for young women… Continue reading Amy Kao — An American Beauty

Dragon Dance, Mask Changing and Shaolin Kungfu, Highlights from 2013 Westwood Chinese Cultural Night

Photos by John Tsou, Video by David Li, bostonese.com Westwood, Mass. — On May 11, 2013 at 7:30 PM, Westwood Chinese Culture Association and Westwood Chinese School hosted the 6th Annual Westwood Chinese Cultural Night in the Westwood High School auditorium. About 500 people packed the auditorium and enjoyed a night full of wonderful music,… Continue reading Dragon Dance, Mask Changing and Shaolin Kungfu, Highlights from 2013 Westwood Chinese Cultural Night

Pictures from Last Week of 2012-2013 BCTC Winter Tennis League

By David Li, bostonese.com In the evening of April 5, 2013, 40 players of the BCTC Winter Doubles Tennis League played their 20th week of games for the winter season at Woburn Racquet Club (WRC). Like in the past, some single matches were played from L1 to L10 for the last week. A end-of-season party… Continue reading Pictures from Last Week of 2012-2013 BCTC Winter Tennis League

Angel Dance Company Brings Splendid Colors to Boston’s Spring

By David Li, translated by Shuzhi Zhang, bostonese.com Weston, Mass. — Angle Dance Company presented a brand new show Colors from the East on March 24 at Regis College. “Am I at Boston Flower and Garden show or at a dance show?” I asked myself at moments. The colorful costumes combined with modern lighting equipment… Continue reading Angel Dance Company Brings Splendid Colors to Boston’s Spring

A Celebration of History and Diversity — Pictures and Video from Dance around the World at Lexington High School

Hats off to the volunteers! Lexington, Mass., March 19, 2013, (bostonese.com) — As part of the Lexington 300th Incorporation Weekend activities, the one-of-a-kind Dance around the World was held on March 16, 2013 at Lexington High School from 6:00-10:30 PM. The evening was packed with exciting segments. There were Classical/Folk dance performances where people could… Continue reading A Celebration of History and Diversity — Pictures and Video from Dance around the World at Lexington High School

Seven Days of Chinese New Year in Beautiful Pictures

By David Li, bostonese.com When Blizzard Nemo dumped over 30 inches of snow in many parts of New England, it was only one day away from the Chinese New Year Day of 2013. From February 10 to 16, many celebrations of Chinese New Year were canceled due to poor traffic conditions caused by the heavy… Continue reading Seven Days of Chinese New Year in Beautiful Pictures

Pictures and Videos from 2013 NCLS Chinese New Year Celebration

By Newton Chinese Language School In the evening of Feb. 16, 2013, the Newton Chinese Language School (NCLS) traditional Chinese New Year celebration performance was held at Regis College in Weston, Mass. Thanks to the over 300 performers and the event administration staff, it was a great teamwork, and it has demonstrated the talents and… Continue reading Pictures and Videos from 2013 NCLS Chinese New Year Celebration