Photography — Dennis Zeng

Having traveled to over 30 countries, Dennis has captured dynamic freezeframes through his photography. Despite having no formal training or guidance, his passion for photography has been a journey since the 4th grade. His work blends personal perspectives and the world through his eyes, inviting viewers into exploring them alongside him.

Iceland, 2025

Mallorca, 2024

The capital city of Mallorca, Palma, was extremely beautiful in both scenery and architecture. This photo was taken during the afternoon and I captured a man standing on a balcony while looking beyond. The sunset hit at the right time and the bold ye

Palma is home to an abundance of urbanist architecture highly influenced by the Floreale and Sezessionstiwl movement at the end of the 19th Century. The sharp contrast between the yellow and beige of the buildings to the darkening sky reflects the lo

This photo captures a beautiful street scene. I liked the elegant architecture of the building in the back and thought it matched well with the afternoon sky. The scene had palm trees and an outdoor cafe area which created a lively atmosphere. The si

I captured this photo because I thought it was very interesting and made me wonder what this man was doing. It looked as if he was going to tie his shoe but he was wearing sandals. Maybe he was stretching? I like how the sharp orange background makes

Mongolia, 2023

First Solo Flight - Falconry has been practiced by nomadic tribes in Central Asia, including Mongolians, for over 4,000 years. This tradition is believed to have originated with the Turkic tribes and was later adopted by the Mongolians.

Mongolia's vast lifestyle is inherently linked to horse riding. Horses used for transportation, herding livestock, hunting, and as dear in daily life. Horses also played a crucial role in the expansion of the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan, allowin

The deel is a long, loose-fitting robe that fastens at the side and is secured with a sash or belt at the waist. It has long sleeves, a high collar, and typically extends to the calves or ankles. They consist of various materials depending on the sea

Wheelie - With a population of 1.6 million, the country capital of Ulaanbaatar shows a contrasting view of Mongolia. The emergence of urbanism has created a large city and space for modern living. The photo captures an escape from the vast grass fiel

Xinjiang, 2023

Brothers - This photo reminded me of my relationship with my own younger brother. He is three years younger than I am and we share a very close bond. It represents that although we may only have ourselves in a vast desert, I can still rely on my brot

Shepard - The nomads of Xinjiang heavily rely on their livestock to make a living. They herd their sheep across miles of plains so they can later be used for income, food sources, clothing, and many more. In the photo, I managed to capture a shepherd

Stampede - When visiting a national park, we witnessed another spectacular scene as an entire stampede of horse raced as one. Despite modernisation in Xinjiang, horses are still valued and continue to live a traditional nomadic lifestyle. A deep conn

Buzkashi - Depicted here is actually a game called Buzkashi. These horse riders would toss around a goat carcass and move it in any direction until theu was clear of the other riders. The riders will carry a whip to fend off opposing horses and rider

kuwinda (hunt)

Kenya, 2018

Crossing the river, 2018

Raging Beasts, 2018

Looking Beyond, 2018

Sun's Out, 2018

Drinking Alone, 2018

Relaxed, 2018

ngoma (dance)

Tanzania, 2018

The Maasai people of Tanzania danced and sang for us. This served not only as a form of entertainment to welcome us but also as a way to make some money. Their traditional dance involved rhythmic jumping and chanting, often performed during ceremonie

The Rungu are traditional talking sticks used not only for communication but also for fending off wild animals. The red coloration of their clothing also holds significance as it symbolizes bravery, unity, and blood. This reminds me of the significan

I stumbled this child standing outside their house made out of dried mud and clay. The image depicts a child with a condition called Kwashiorkor. Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition caused by severe protein deficiency, causing their bellies to be s

The Maasai people dance mainly because of their tradition and for their source of income through tourism. People have asked the question if this is ethical or not but I personally feel that it is a significant part of their culture.

Ho Chi Minh City, 2022

My family and I visited a temple called the Ba Thien Hau Pagoda and upon seeing the many slips of family donations glued on the wall, we decided to donate one on behalf of our family's health and fortune. I managed to snap a picture of our donation s

The woman here is wearing a very traditional Nón Lá hat, which is made out of palm leaves and used to protect wearers from the sun or the rain. She is selling a unique fruit called the Bòn Bon and it is very sweet and juicy when the time is right. My

Vietnam has become a highly industrialized city and the electric motorcycle is the main form of transport. It is also a big part of Vietnam's sustainable transport future as they look to reduce carbon emissions and promote efficient travel with other

Vietnamese and Chinese cultures share the importance of offerings to loved ones both living and deceased. By burning incense, the superstition is that the smoke will be sent to the skies and that their honoring prayers can be heard.

The MET

New York City, 2022

Inside the Esquel Group Garment Factory

Ho Chi Minh City, 2022

Tung Ping Chau Island

Hong Kong, 2021

Flower Series

Xinjiang, China (2023)

Xinjiang, China (2023)

Honolulu, Hawaii (2019)

Kyoto, Japan (2019)

Kyoto, Japan (2019)

Tokyo, Japan (2019)

Street Art Series

Palma, Spain

Tung Ping Chau Island, Hong Kong

Alcúdia, Spain

Alcúdia, Spain

Palma, Spain

Iceland

Iceland

Parrot Series, 2019

Hard Day At Work, 2019

Contemplation, 2019

Mutual Care, 2019

Side by Side, 2019

Bubbles Series, 2019

Bubbles always gives off a fun and exciting vibe, kind of like me.

Bubbles #1

Bubbles #2

Bubbles #3