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Morning's Glory

One gorgeous morning in early spring in Florida, I snapped this breathtaking photo of a Great Egret flying into a natural frame made of tree leaves and Spanish mosses. The sunlight illuminated its wings from behind, revealing the intricate details of its feathers and creating a stunning effect.

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Color Photography Contest

2023

Gold

Wildlife

Professional

Morning's Glory

One gorgeous morning in early spring in Florida, I snapped this breathtaking photo of a Great Egret flying into a natural frame made of tree leaves and Spanish mosses. The sunlight illuminated its wings from behind, revealing the intricate details of its feathers and creating a stunning effect.

About Artist

Fenqiang Liu

Fenqiang Liu is a fine art photographer based in Orlando, known for his ability to capture the enchanting essence of natural Florida and transform it into a paradise within his imagination. Fenqiang's passion for visual art was sparked during his middle school years in China, where he began studying drawing. During college, he discovered his interest in photography and pursued it after completing his BA in Chinese literature. Fenqiang's photography journey continued when he worked as a cameraman for geographic educational videos, where he refined his skills in videography and photography. Then, seeking further education, Fenqiang ventured to the United States to earn his MFA in Cinema and Photography at Southern Illinois University. After graduation, he worked as a motion graphic designer before starting a business with his wife, providing behavior analysis services for children with autism. Despite his diverse professional background, Fenqiang has always remained dedicated to his passion for photography. In recent years, he has focused on nature and wildlife photography, capturing breathtaking moments that inspire and captivate his audience. Drawing from his unique blend of cultural influences from both the East and West, as well as his artistic background and photography mastery, Fenqiang expresses his thoughts and emotions through his work in a truly distinct and meaningful way. He has won multiple awards from international photo contests. His photography reflects his passion, creativity, and dedication to the art form. MAIN AWARDS: Independent Photographer 2023 Black & White Award – Finalist. reFocus 2022 Black & White Photo Contest - Wildlife – Category and Gold Winner. reFocus 2022 Black & White Photo Contest - Nature – Bronze Winner. Annual Photography Awards 2022 - Nature: Wildlife & Animals - 2nd Place Winner. Monochrome Awards 2022 - Wildlife - 2nd Place Winner. Siena Creative Photo Awards 2022 - Nature & Landscape - Category Winner. Siena Creative Photo Awards 2022 - Series Category - Highly Commended Award. MonoVisions Photography Awards 2022 - 1st Place Winner / Black & White Nature and Wildlife Series of the Year. All About Photo Awards 2022 - Merit Award Winner Fine Art Photography Awards 2022 - Wildlife & Animals - 1st Prize Winner. PX3 PRIX DE LA PHOTOGRAPHIE PARIS 2022 - Special-Special Effects - Gold Winner. Tokyo International Foto Awards 2022 - Fine Art-Other - Gold Winner reFocus 2022 One Shot Photo Contest - Nature - Category and Gold Winner. reFocus 2022 One Shot Photo Contest – Fine Art – Silver Winner. 2022 Open Call: CARTE BLANCHE, B/W Category by Lucie Foundation – Finalist. FMoPA International Photography Competition 2022 – "Best in Show." Dodho Magazine published the "Secret Garden" series in issue #21. Dodho Magazine 2022 Monochromatic Awards – Top 25 Best Photographers of the Year 2022. Chelsea International Photography Competition 2022 - Selected Artist. The Independent Photographer 2022 Black & White Award and Open Call Award - Editor's Picks. Muse Photography Awards 2022 - Category Winner of the Year, Platinum, and Gold Winner. IPA 2021 and 2022 - Nature-Other - 2nd Place. Chromatic Awards 2021 - Wildlife & Animals - 1st Prize Winner. Monochrome Awards 2021 - Nature - 1st Prize Winner and Nature Discovery of the Year. Tokyo International Foto Awards 2021 - Nature-Wildlife - Silver Winner. Budapest International Foto Awards 2021 - Fine Art-Special Effects - Bronze Winner.

Fenqiang Liu

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fine Art, Nature, Other, Wildlife

Location

United States of America

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