Guo Shixuan Photography Exhibition Unveils the Mysteries of Mexico and Peru

Written/Compiled and Reported by Chen Guanxin, MOOK Travel Life Network

 

The "Guo Shixuan (Lumi Kuo) Solo Travel Photography Exhibition — Mexico & Peru Discovery Journey," jointly organized by the Mexican Trade Services, Documentation and Cultural Office and the Peruvian Trade Office in Taipei, will kick off on March 15 at the Mexican Trade Services, Documentation and Cultural Office. Through her images, photographer Guo Shixuan explores themes of ancient civilizations, nature, humanity, and architecture, unveiling the mysteries of Mexico — the birthplace of Maya culture — and Peru, home to the Inca civilization. The exhibition runs until April 8.

On the eve of the 2012 doomsday prophecy, Guo Shixuan, who had worked in directing and screenwriting for many years, gave up her high-paying job. Overcoming the language barrier and navigating entirely in limited English without speaking Spanish, she spent 62 days traveling through Mexico, Peru, and Cuba. Beyond witnessing the Maya prophecy firsthand, she also sought to break through personal limits and fulfill her dream of wandering, documenting every moment of her journey through her skilled lens.

This exhibition focuses on the ancient civilizations, nature, humanity, and architecture of Mexico and Peru. Guo Shixuan not only captured ancient heritage sites of the Maya and Inca cultures, such as Teotihuacan (the City of the Gods) and Machu Picchu, but also the natural landscapes of both countries — for example, the Balancanché Cenote in Yucatán, Mexico. She also showcases distinctive architecture that blends Spanish colonial and local cultural elements.

"Natural landscapes are beautiful, but what’s even better are the people!" Through her images, Guo Shixuan conveys not only the daily lives of locals but also their innocence and kindness. She smiles as she says that nowadays she can tell Mexicans and Peruvians apart just by their smiles. "They may not all be wealthy, but they are happier than we are!"

 

 

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