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Frank Chen
 
  Frank Chen was born in Shanghai, he immigrated to the United States in 1991. Although photography is Frank’s dream, he did not turn pro until his two children were born. Frank’s favorite photographer is Heri Cartier-Bresson. His style of photography is heavily influenced by Denis Reggie and Jim Erickson. Frank started Frank Chen Photography in 2002.

Frank’s style of photography is Photojournalism. Capture the lively moment in time is his specialty. His work is dynamic. Frank’s photojournalist style of wedding photography is in high demand by the modern American brides. Besides weddings, Frank photographed many events, such as WII re-enactment in Pennsylvania, Civil War re-enactment. He photographed civil rights pioneer Clarence Jordan’s family, well-known Chinese-American artist ZhenHuan Lu. Frank worked with GQ magazine model Chris John. In 2003, Frank took part in a documentary movie Gallery of Heroes. Frank also volunteers his time for neighborhood children and photographed many extracurricular activities. Frank’s photographs were published in magazines, such as The Third Place, Shanghai Photography, The knot, Atlanta Bridal, Grace Ormonde. He has also published a book, The Perfect Moment.

Frank attributes his inspiration and success to his wife and two children. Frank is also a runner. He holds the 25th place in the Atlanta Thanksgiving Marathon race in 1996, and is a seeded runner in Atlanta Peachtree 10K race.

 

 

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