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Chao Ye

Street colors

Taken in August 2026 at a subway station in Tianjin, waiting passengers display their everyday lives in different postures. The clash of colors gives the image a striking visual impact.

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Photographer of the Year Contest

2026

Honorable Mentions

Street

Non Professional

Street colors

Taken in August 2026 at a subway station in Tianjin, waiting passengers display their everyday lives in different postures. The clash of colors gives the image a striking visual impact.

About Artist

Chao Ye

I am an amateur photographer from China. For me, photography is more than just pressing the shutter — it's a way of observing the city and understanding life. I'm especially drawn to street photography — the unexpected play of light and shadow, fleeting expressions, and the overlooked poetry in everyday corners all fascinate me. I don't chase after complex equipment or technical showmanship. I simply want to use my lens to capture the moments that truly move me and to take photos that I personally love. If a photograph can make me revisit it again and again, then it is a success.

Photographic Areas of Focus

Street, Travel

Location

China

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