Shanghai Starriver Bilingual School celebrated its 100th Salon on November 26th, 2023, featuring William's aerial photography exhibition titled "Birds’-eye View: City, Architecture, Nature." The Salon took place in the Art Salon Gallery on the second floor of the Complex Building, guided by Mr. Bao. During the opening ceremony, William engaged with attendees, sharing insights about the inspiration behind his compositions, the creative process of editing, and the background stories of the pieces.

According to William, drone aerial photography in the contemporary era redefines the intersection of art and technology by offering a unique perspective. He is passionate about drone photography because it allows viewers to explore the breathtaking world beyond the conventional horizon. The Bird's-eye View photography exhibition showcases the vitality of cities, the allure of architecture, and the harmony of nature through captivating drone footage.

William believes that the aerial landscape seamlessly blends urban and natural elements, providing a fresh perspective. This exploration goes beyond visuals, delving into the intricate relationship between humans, the environment, progress, and sustainability. Through his works, William aims to guide the audience to deeply contemplate the complexities of urban life.

I. City

William showcases the prosperity of Shanghai with a grand vision, while also acknowledging the dilapidated parts of the city. This juxtaposition highlights the outdated development and economic disparity in certain old urban areas of Shanghai.

II. Architecture

In this part, William explores the artistic conception created by close-up shots of buildings. Additionally, he highlights the nuanced connection between architecture and nature, which serves as a segue to the following section focused on nature.

III. Nature

William delves into the beauty of nature in this section while also depicting the process of human development from conquering nature to establishing harmony with it.

Finally, the art salon concluded with William giving a brief introduction to his photography equipment, the DJI Mavic Air 2.

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文字丨顾思齐

图片丨曲昊睿

编辑丨包叶舟

审核丨 杨//蝉