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Yan Zhao

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Abstract, Architecture, Fine Art, Interiors, Landscapes, Minimalism, Street, Travel

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United States of America

Bio

A photography artist with a Ph.D. in computer science specialized in computer graphics and geometric modeling. I worked for IBM Research and other high-tech companies in my early career, then moved to management consulting, as a chief architect in enterprise architecture. Photography is my new endeavor in recent years, which could be a natural extension from my hobby and talent in painting at younger age. My dancing experience may serve as another artistic spin. I like to catch the essence and soul of the objects that interest me and talk back in my language and expression. Photography is a way of communication between me and the world around me. Some of my work can be found in: https://1x.com/annyanzhao https://www.vogue.com/photovogue/photographers/359234 1x magazine: https://1x.com/magazine/permalink/9943 PiART: https://photoimaginart.com/profile/annyanzhao/portfolio Awards received in 2025: The 1st place in International Photography Awards (IPA) /Historic Architecture. The Silver Winner in Tokyo International Foto Awards (TIFA) /Architecture. The Silver Medalist in 1839 Photographer of the Year /Architecture. The Bronz Awards in Epson International Pano Awards. Honorable Mentions in IPA, MonoVisions, TIFA, Px3, 1839, ReFocus Awards Color Photography, Minimalist Photography Awards, etc. Awards received in 2024: Winners in Architecture Masterprize categories. Honorable Mentions in International Photography Awards (IPA), Tokyo International Foto Awards (TIFA), Monochrome Photography Awards, MonoVisions Photography Awards, etc. Winner in 500px Creative Portrait contest.

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2025Color Photography Contest

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