The Chinese Zodiac consists of 12 different animals - much like the Western one (ie. the Astrological Signs). However since this photo essay only allows for 8-10 photos, I chose 8 of the zodiacs because it was most convenient for me to find people who were of those 8 zodiacs.
All the ones highlighted in White are the zodiacs that I'll be using in my photo essay.1. Rat:
Dominant colours are red/black/white
Fixed element is water
Equivalent star sign is Sagittarius
Those born in the year of the rat are generally associated with wealth, charm, and order, yet also known for their aggression and love for gossip.
2. Ox:Dominant colours are
yellow/blueFixed element is
waterEquivalent star sign is
CapricornThose born in the year of the ox are generally patient, soft-spoken, and reliable, yet they're also known for their stubbornness and can be short-tempered.
3. Tiger:Dominant colour is
greenFixed element is
woodEquivalent star sign is
AquariusThose born in the year of the tiger are courageous, competitive and sensitive, however they can be rather rash in their decision making.
4. Rabbit:
Dominant colour is
green/peachFixed element is
woodEquivalent star sign is
PiscesPeople born in the year of the rabbit are articulate, talented and ambitious despite being fond of gossip, they're generally kind people who seldom lose their anger.
5. Dragon:Dominant colour is
goldFixed element is
woodEquivalent star sign is
AriesThose born in the year of the dragon are perfectionists, idealists, aggressive, determined but they can also be quite short tempered and stubborn.
6. Snake:Dominant colour is
redFixed element is
fireEquivalent star sign is
TaurusThose born in the year of the snake are deep, say little, and possess great wisdom. They can sometimes be vain, selfish and a bit stingy except for those who are close to them. However they have tremendous sympathy for others and help those less fortunate
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That's it for now... will continue with the other 6 zodiac signs a little later when I'm free.