Zhang Haoran is a Chinese photographer and visual artist based in Beijing. He is best known for his documentary-style photographs that capture the everyday life of people in China.
Born in Beijing in 1985, Zhang Haoran began his career as a photographer at the age of 18. He studied photography at the Central Academy of Fine Arts and graduated with a degree in photography and video art. After graduation, he worked as a freelance photographer for various magazines and newspapers, including China Daily and People's Daily.
In 2010, Zhang Haoran was awarded the prestigious Chinese Contemporary Art Award for his work on documenting the lives of migrant workers in China. His work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Tate Modern in London. He has also been featured in numerous publications such as Time Magazine, The New York Times, and The Guardian.
Zhang Haoran's work focuses on capturing moments of everyday life that often go unnoticed or are overlooked by mainstream media outlets. His photographs are often intimate portraits that explore themes such as identity, family dynamics, and social issues. Through his work, he hopes to bring attention to stories that are often overlooked or ignored by mainstream media outlets.
Zhang Haoran continues to be an influential figure within the Chinese photography community and beyond. His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions around the world and continues to inspire photographers from all over the world with its unique perspective on life in China today.