PSA 1* in PID Monochrome

I was awarded PSA 1 Star in PID Monochrome (Photographic Society of America, Star Ratings). The PSA 1 Star was award for having a minimum of 18 acceptances with 6 unique titles accepted into international photographic exhibitions recognized by PSA. For more information about star rating, please visit The PSA Star Ratings Program.

PSA 1* in PID Color

I was awarded PSA 1 Star in PID Color (Photographic Society of America, Star Ratings). The PSA 1 Star was award for having a minimum of 18 acceptances with 6 unique titles accepted into international photographic exhibitions recognized by PSA. For more information about star rating, please visit The PSA Star Ratings Program.

Associate, SWAN Photo Club (ASWAN)

Following the successful submission of my exhibition acceptance report (at least 50 acceptances with 25 titles in photographic exhibition recognized by FIAP or PSA, from at least 10 different countries within 1 year) to SWAN Photo Club (SWAN), I am honor to receive the distinction of Associate, SWAN Photo Club (ASWAN). The SWAN Photo Club now entitles me to use the title ASWAN after my name.

Associate, United States Photographic Alliance (AUSPA)

Following the successful submission of a portfolio of images to United States Photographic Alliance (USPA), I am honor to receive the distinction of Associate, United States Photographic Alliance (AUSPA). The USPA now entitles me to use the title AUSPA after my name.

Associate, Image Colleague Society (AICS)

Following the successful submission of a portfolio of images to Image Colleague Society International (ICS), I am honor to receive the distinction of Associate, Image Colleague Society International (AICS). The ICS now entitles me to use the title AICS after my name.

Appointment of NJ-ICS President

On behalf of the board of directors of Image Colleague Society International (ICS), the New Jersey Chapter of ICS (NJ-ICS) was founded in September 2014. I was honored to be appointed as the president of NJ-ICS.

ICS, a non-profit photographic organization, is a flawless connection for photographers associated worldwide interested in photography and understands the universal language; for those who are passionate in the arts and sciences of photography through international exhibition. For more information, please visit ICS website.

“Sussex County" on Landscape Photography Magazine

My image “Sussex County, New Jersey, USA” was featured in Photo of the Month September 2014 in Landscape Photography Magazine, Issue 43, 2014. Landscape Photography Magazine is a fantastic magazine focus solely on landscape and nature. I strongly recommend to all the photography enthusiasts and I am sure you will love it as I do.

This picture was taken at the Sussex County Sunflower Maze in Augusta, New Jersey. The strong contrast between the blooming and fully grown sunflower as if the conversation between the young and elder generations. Don't you think so?

"Zabriskie Point" on Landscape Photography Magazine

My image “Zabriskie Point, Death Valley National Park” was featured in My Favorite Location in Landscape Photography Magazine, Issue 43, 2014.

This image was taken during my trip to Death Valley National Park, California in the end of December 2013. This is the Manly Beacon photographed from the Zabriskie Point. Just right after the sun climb up from the horizon, the upper part of Panamint range in the background was showered with the magical alpenglow. It is an unforgettable moment that I would love to share!

Nominee in 9th Annual Black & White Spider Awards 2014

Good news! Three of my images were selected as Nominee in 9th Annual Black & White Spider Awards 2014:

 Fire Wave, Valley of Fire State Park (Amateur - Nature)

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Death Valley National Park (Amateur - Nature)

Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park (Amateur - People)

Art in Bloom

On October 19, the New Jersey Chapter of Floralia, a national floral designers group, had a reception of Floralia Floral Exhibit at the Guild of Creative Art, New Jersey. Marina Kerber had selected my work "Dawn at Manasquan" to interpret her floral creation. 

Although I wasn't able to attend the reception, Vicky Culver from Guild of Creative Art sent me this picture of Marina's floral creation placed next to my work. As a token of appreciation, I offer my work to Marina, as I thought both mine and Marina's works are perfect combination in the interpretation of the art in bloom.

Exhibition in Millstone River Gallery

My works "Spring Lake" and "Black-crowned Night Heron" were selected for exhibition at "Birds & Sky & Water - The Beauty of Nature" in Millstone River Gallery located at Merwick Care & Rehabilitation Center, New Jersey, from September 21 to December 13, 2014. If you have a chance to stop by, welcome to see my works and many other fantastic works contributed by members of Princeton Photography Club.