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Far Above Dam

Glen Canyon Dam, which holds the 2nd largest reservoir in the U.S. Because of climate changes, the water level dropped to less than 40%. A worker operating on a bed of algae. Look how small a human is compared to the scale of the structure, yet observe the immense impact we made on our environment.

Awards

Color Photography Contest

2024

Gold

Minimalism

Professional

Nominee

Travel

Professional

Far Above Dam

Glen Canyon Dam, which holds the 2nd largest reservoir in the U.S. Because of climate changes, the water level dropped to less than 40%. A worker operating on a bed of algae. Look how small a human is compared to the scale of the structure, yet observe the immense impact we made on our environment.

About Artist

Zili Zhang

Zili Zhang is a fine art photographer based in Greenwich, Connecticut. He finds beauty both nearby and far in travels, seeking simplicity in nature and chaotic streets. It is his earnest wish to connect people through images the he creates. His work embodies his motto of "Simple. Beautiful. Meaningful.” Awards: 2020 The 17th Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest - Finalist 2022-2023 LensCulture Photography Awards - Editor’s Pick * 5 2022 PhotoPlace Gallery “Portals” Competition - Winner 2022 Top 10 Fine Art Photo Contest - Finalist 2022 Rowayton Arts Center Photography & Sculpture Show - Honorable Mention 2023 Photo Review Competition 2023 - Top 15 Winner 2023 Siena Creative Awards - Shortlist 2023 reFocus Awards World Photo Annual - Honorable Mention, People’s Vote Award 2023 International Photography Awards - Honorable Mention 2023 Eyeshot Magazine Open Call - Semi-finalist 2023 reFocus Black and White Photography Contest - Honorable Mentions(Concept & Street) 2023 Chromatic Awards - 3rd Place(Environmental), Honorable Mentions(Nature & Portrait) 2024 The 10th Fine Art Photography Awards - 6 Nominations in 4 categories 2024 reFocus Color Photography Contest - 1 Silver(Fine Art), 1 Bronze(Architecture), 3 Honorable Mentions(Minimalism & Still Life) 2024 1839 Awards - 1 Gold, 1 Bronze & People's Vote Award in Minimalism

Zili Zhang

Photographic Areas of Focus

Minimalism, Nature, People, Street, Travel

Location

United States of America

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