Koo Young Jun is a South Korean photographer who has been capturing stunning images of the world around him for over two decades. Born in Seoul, South Korea in 1975, Koo began his career as a photographer in the late 1990s. He quickly developed a passion for capturing the beauty of nature and landscapes, and his work has been featured in numerous publications and exhibitions around the world.
Koo's photography is characterized by its vivid colors and unique perspectives. He often uses long exposures to capture the movement of clouds or water, creating dream-like images that evoke a sense of tranquility and peace. His work has been featured in magazines such as National Geographic, Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar, as well as in galleries across Asia and Europe.
In addition to his photography career, Koo also works as an educator, teaching classes on photography at universities throughout South Korea. He is also an active member of several professional organizations such as the Korean Photographers Association and the International Center for Photography.
Koo's work has earned him numerous awards over the years, including the Grand Prize at the Seoul International Photo Festival in 2011 and Best Photographer at the Asian Photography Awards in 2012. His photographs have also been exhibited at major museums such as The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City and The National Museum of Modern Art (NOMA) in Tokyo.
Koo continues to explore new ways to capture beauty through his lens, inspiring viewers with his unique vision of our world.