TITLE: Stick to It

Shot in Ontario, Canada, September 2022.
Bull riding is the most dangerous sport in rodeo. During the ride, cowboys must follow the rules while facing a test of nerves with a tough bull. The rider depends on bullfighters to distract the bull until he is safely out of its range. On this moment, a cowboy is trying to keep his balance so as not to be thrown off the bull.

AUTHOR: Zhenhuan Zhou (Canada)

As a photographer, I'm based in Toronto Canada.
My connection to the camera began from a very young age. There were days when I would capture the world around my tirelessly, but adulthood and professional responsibilities meant my passion took a backseat.
However, 2013 marked a significant year for me. Upon relocating to Canada, I rediscovered the world of photography, albeit initially during family trips. It wasn’t until 2019 that I embarked on a more structured journey into the realm of photography, diving deeply into post-processing techniques.
The COVID-19 pandemic, despite its many challenges, presented me with a silver lining. The ample time at my disposal allowed for rigorous study and practice. Over these years, I fine-tuned my skills and honed my craft.
Such dedication and perseverance bore fruit, and I found recognition in several renowned international photography contests. My work has been acclaimed in a plethora of categories, spanning from motion to monochrome, and has clinched top spots in numerous contests.
Awards:
★ Sony World Photography Awards 2023 （Winner-Motion section）
★ Sony World Photography Awards 2022 （Shortlisted-Motion section）
★ Monochromatic Awards 2023 （1st Place Winner）
★ MOTIVA Photo Art Circuit 2023（Gold Medal-Monochrome General section）
★ 8th 35Awards（1st Place-【100 Best Photos】B&W Category；1st Place-【Viewers Choice】B&W Category；1st Place-【100 Best Photographers】Motion Category；4th Place-【100 Best Photographers】B&W Category ）
★ 9th 35Awards（2nd Place-【100 Best Photos】Landscape Category；5th Place-【100 Best Photographers】Motion Category）
★ CAPA Annual Photo Challenge Contest 2024（Gold Medal）
★ Monovisions Photography Awards 2022（1st Place-Architectural Series of the Year; HM-Landscapes Series）
★ Fine Art Photography Awards 2023 （2nd Place-People Category）
★ Trierenberg Super Circuit 2022（Bronze Medal-Landscape section）
★ Weather Photographer of the Year 2022（2nd Place）
★ 2022 Smill World International Photography Awards（Gold Medal-Landscape section）
★ Italy Vinolio Circuit 2022（Gold and Bronze Medal-Monochrome section ）
★ SAPPHIRE Circuit 2022 （PSA Gold Medal-Nature section）
★ 35Awards（Best Photographer，Best Photograph-Various Themes）
★ PSA Annual 2022 (Digital) （Silver Medal-PID Color; HM-PID Monochrome）
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