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About Us
“Capture Curiosity, Frame the Future”
- About Us
Exploring the scientific wonders within a tiny space
A single shot can capture the whole of nature; one click of the shutter can freeze the eternity of science. The High School Natural Science Photography Competition is a training ground for curiosity and a window to display observational skills. We look forward to your work, showcasing the vast world of science within the frame of a photo.
years of work experience
Event documented
- Member
Our team
Founder & Leader
Yiwei WU (Alex)
No 2 High School of East China Normal University
Student photographer who uses images to observe the relationship between people, place, and the environment. Since first picking up a Canon EOS at age eight, he has photographed landscapes, architecture, school life, and everyday scenes that reveal overlooked details. Through Futures Focus, he hopes to help students use photography as a way to notice sustainability issues in ordinary surroundings.
Co-Founder & Leader
Zirui Yin (Eric)
YK Pao School
Student whose curiosity about ecosystems grew into a love for the natural world—and photography as a way to document it. Fascinated by sustainability, he photographs landscapes, urban green spaces, and the often-overlooked connections between people and their environments. Through Futures Focus, he hopes to make sustainability feel visible, personal, and relevant to everyday life.
Co-Founder & Leader
Zirui Yin (Eric)
YK Pao School
Student whose curiosity about ecosystems grew into a love for the natural world—and photography as a way to document it. Fascinated by sustainability, he photographs landscapes, urban green spaces, and the often-overlooked connections between people and their environments. Through Futures Focus, he hopes to make sustainability feel visible, personal, and relevant to everyday life.
Co-Founder & Leader
Daqi CHEN (James)
British International School of Chicago
Student photographer who documents the quiet rhythms of community life through a lens. Ever since he borrowed his father's Nikon at twelve, he has been drawn to portraits, street scenes, campus moments, and the small interactions that often go unseen. Through Futures Focus, he hopes to encourage students to use photography as a way to discover sustainability challenges hidden in their own communities.
- Background and Purpose
The background and original intention of our founding
Founding Background
Future Focus is a mission-driven initiative rooted in environmental responsibility. It aims to inspire youth to explore and protect our world through science photography, transforming curiosity into meaningful action for a sustainable future.
Founding Purpose
Future Focus was established to empower youth to explore the wonders of science through photography. We aim to cultivate a deeper sense of environmental stewardship, transforming curiosity into a powerful force for understanding and protecting our planet for the future.
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Details of the Scientific Photography Program
Explore our mission, team, and partnerships. Join a growing community dedicated to youth science education through photography.
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Vision and Mission
Initiated by young people and educators, it is dedicated to inspiring the protection of the Earth through scientific photography and shaping a sustainable future.
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Core Team
Bringing together student organizers, scientific advisors, and artistic directors to create a platform for high school students worldwide to showcase their science and creativity.
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Partner
Collaborate with schools, science museums, and environmental organizations to expand the impact of the competition and provide participants with abundant resources.
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Scientific community
Encourage participants to become co-builders and collaboratively create a continuously growing youth science community.
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Solemn promise
Organize competitions based on the principles of fairness, justice, and transparency, encouraging young people to explore science through their lenses and define the future through their actions.
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Join us
We sincerely invite volunteers and partners to join us in supporting youth science education and promoting the concept of 'Capturing Curiosity, Shaping the Future.'