My series “Nightshift Shanghai”reflects the quiet but genuine face of a city that is constantly changing like no other to spruce up even more, but also likes to hide its less striking side. But I think this face of the city is beautiful because it’s authentic. The people are authentic and friendly and welcoming. Sometimes they asked me to join them for a tea or a beer, even if we only could communicate with hands and feet. And a smile.

While I was out on the town for a contract job during the day, I spent my evenings on the streets away from the glamorous malls and flagship stores of luxury brands. Often just a block away, these shopkeepers sell everything people need for their daily lives. I met contented people often sitting in front of their stores. They were chatting, playing mahjong, dancing and sleeping. In some pictures you really have to look for the shopkeeper in the chaos.