Honorable Mention
Invitation
DESCRIPTION
During breeding season, great egrets grow long, wavy plumes on their backs. A male great egret chooses a nesting site and builds a nest with sticks and twigs. The great egret in this photo was eager to start his courtship displays before completing his nest. He worked hard to find a mate by raising his lovely plumes, curving his neck into an S shape and moving his body up and down. Sometimes he ducked his head low and then suddenly stretched his neck, pointing his bill to the sky. Photographing his moves felt like witnessing an amazing show in nature. AUTHOR
Fenqiang Liu is a Florida-based nature and fine art photographer known for transforming the beauty of the natural world into emotionally rich, visually striking images. His artistic journey began with drawing and painting in middle school and found its true form through photography during college. With patience and precision, he captures fleeting moments that reveal the essence of his subjects in their natural settings. His poetic compositions convey depth and brilliance, earning him numerous prestigious international photography awards. Through his lens, Fenqiang invites viewers into a world of wonder, cultivating a deeper appreciation for nature and inspiring others with his powerful, contemplative vision. 