Picture of the Week # 445 "Proud Chef of Xi'An" Xi'An, China 2015 Signed & Stamped

When I went to Shanghai for my One Man exhibit at the ArtNSpace Gallery I found I had a few days off between the installation and the official Opening. So I decided to go to Xi'An to see the Terra Cotta Warriors. I quickly learned they are 3 hours away by plane. I went for it, after all how many times would I have the opportunity to see these National Treasures in their original habitat? I checked in to a new Hotel near the site where the manager and I had a drink and I learned that he used to be the Manager of a Hotel here in L.A.. He Googled my name and therefore decided to treat me like a celebrity. The Warriors are a 45 minute drive from Xi'an and this is the best and newest hotel. It was terrific, but I did have to get used to the fact that I was probably the only guest in 450 rooms. I didn't mind. Anyway, I walked all over Xi'an taking picture after picture. When I past this proud chef sitting out in front of his kitchen I couldn't help myself. He was very obliging. I also made a B&W print which my wife loves.