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BIFA 2024

Urban Theater -Chapter of Anime Expo

  • Photographer
    Zhaoyi Chen

This portfolio captures spontaneous Cosplay photography at anime conventions and urban areas, likening encounters to impromptu theater. Initially confined to niche events, Cosplay's increasing cultural acceptance has blurred traditional boundaries, making city streets resemble a continuous convention. This work explores the dynamic interaction between Cosplay and urban public spaces, mapping a unique social landscape.

I am an amateur photographer who discovered the art by chance. Initially, I used my camera as a mere recording tool, but soon realized the abundance of stunning and serene scenes surrounding me. Over time, my passion for photography blossomed, and I developed an insatiable hunger to capture these moments. Despite my lack of formal artistic training and negligible standing in the wider world of photography, I remain determined to continue my quest of immortalizing these calm and impressive moments with my camera.