Tens of thousands of spectators gather each year in Haining to get a glimpse of Qiantang River tide, but not without risk. Last month, at least 20 spectators were injured while watching the Qiantang River tide during typhoon season. However, there's one photographer who has taken risks over the past thirty-six years to capture the best images from the breathtaking scene.

Ding Zuguang is a 70-year-old photographer in Haining city, east China's Zhejiang province. Entering his studio is like entering the archives of the Qiantang River tide. And this photo is one of his favorites.

Ding Zuguang said, "This is the first photo taken from this angle. I spent 2 years trying to shoot this photo perfectly." This photo taken in 1978 is still the only photo in Haining that has been shot from this angle. Ding said, "I shot the tide from this position. The slope is very steep, so not many people can shoot from here."

Ding says the reason he takes photos of the tide is because he wants to challenge nature. The more fierce the tide is, the more eager he wants to take photos of it.

Ding Kuai, Ding Zuguang's son, said, "There was one time when just as he got back the tide came. He would not be here if he was one second slower."

Danger like this is not unique in Ding's photography career. This photo records the last moment of the life of Ding's friend, who was taken away by the tide forever. Ding Zuguang said, "Ever since that day, I am more careful when taking pictures of the tide."

Since 1985, local authorities have forbid people to shoot from the dyke. But an exception has been made for Ding. He was given a license from local authorities due to his rich experience. But Ding's wife is not supportive.

Ding Zuguang said, "I have to shoot secretly. If I tell my wife, she won't let me walk out of the door at all." Ding has become adept at escaping from the watch of his wife. What makes him happiest is that his son Ding Kuai has followed in his footsteps and is also a photographer who loves to shoot the tide.