Shot over the summer of 2007, this series offers glimpses into the daily life of Chinese citizens in the lead-up to the breathlessly-awaited Beijing Olympic Games.

Poised in the latency and lingering of the pre-game period, Before the Games paints a portrait of the everyday routines and rituals of locals amidst both the chaos and eerie calm that Beijing 2008 ushered into their lives. 

Set in a changing China, the mundane is brought to the forefront using  casual contemplation – and a dose of humour.