By Yuling Chen, iChongqing News
Chongqing- The opening ceremony of 2019 US-China Nature & Tourism Photography Exhibit took place in Southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality on March 1, 2019. Moreover, its presenters are U.S. Consulate General Chengdu and Chongqing Library.
2019 US-China Nature & Tourism Photography Exhibit from March 1st to 30 at the Chongqing Library
It lasts to March 30 and is for free
The photography exhibit is free to the public, opening from the 1st to March 30.
Visitors are enjoying the 2019 US-China Nature & Tourism Photography Exhibit.
It features photographs of U.S. National Parks by Chinese photographer Wang Jian Jun as well as photographs capturing Sichuan’s landscapes and wildlife by American photographer Jed Weingarten. These two photographers represent the talent of both countries and present their unique perspectives of each other’s countries.
Photos by Jed Weingarten
The American West and Southwest China are similar in that they both feature stunning landscape and abundant wildlife. They attract tourists from all over the world.
Photos by Wang Jianjun
Relations between states lies in their peoples
Mr. Keith Lommel from U.S. Consulate General Chengdu delivered a speech in Chinese. He encouraged more people to explore beautiful natural scenery in both countries. Meanwhile, it is necessary to make concerted efforts to protect the scenery and wildlife.
Fan Qing from the Foreign Affairs Office of Chongqing Municipal People’s Government mentioned that the key to sound relations between states lies in the affinity between their peoples. Additionally, the photography exhibit represents a good opportunity in that regard.
Ren Jing, Curator of Chongqing Library said that the municipal library will continue to give its play as a window for China-U.S. exchanges and let peoples in the two countries have a better understanding. Moreover, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the relationship established between Chongqing Library and U.S. Consulate General Chengdu.
About the two photographers
From the slopes of sacred Mt Kailas on the Tibetan Plateau to the wild and remote rivers of Bhutan, to the floe edge of the Canadian Arctic, Jed is devoted to capturing images of wildlife and culture in hard to reach places. Jed has spent much of the past 15 years exploring and shooting the rivers, landscapes, and people of the Greater Himalaya region. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, he is currently working on a project with Russ Mittermeier of Conservation International documenting endangered primates of China. He is also an accomplished underwater photographer, specializing in cold-water environs. Jed is grateful that his work allows him to explore rugged landscapes and unique cultures while pursuing his passions for wildlife and adventure.
Mr. Wang Jianjun joined the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in 1970 and resigned in 1995. He then started his own companies, Sichuan Xinchen Studio, and Sichuan West Photographing Tourism Company. A professional photographer, he is a member of the China Photographers Association and the World Chinese Photography Union. He has been passionate about exploring and shooting of landscapes of West China, human geography and historic themes over the years. With his unique and distinctive style, he has received great attention and reputation from all communities domestic and abroad. He was invited to be an Image Ambassador and lecturer for Swedish Hasselblad, Japanese Canon, American Kodak, and Japanese Fuji, delivering touring presentations both in China and abroad.
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