JTIA Flower FEST 2026 Photo Contest: Capturing Spring at JTIA
Spring is in full bloom, and all of nature is awakening! Jao Tsung-I Academy has been brushed with a mountain of vibrant colors. Framed by blossoming trees and lush greenery, the interplay of dappled floral shadows and historic red bricks transforms the Academy into a vivid, spring-themed watercolor painting hidden within the bustling city.
We cordially invite you to participate in our Flower Festival Photography Competition. Amidst the red walls and floral trails, capture and preserve every beautiful moment at the Academy through your lens! Winners will be selected by our panel of judges based on theme relevance, creativity, expression, composition, atmosphere, aesthetic appeal, and technical skill.
Results
Champion
Chan Philip
First Runner-up
張詠珊
Second Runner-up
Leung Ching Hang
Merit Award
Agustin Ocana
All winners have been notified via email. Please remember to check your inbox and reply by June 30, 2026.
Be sure to also check your spam or junk folder.
For any inquiries, please contact Ms. Cheung at 2100 2828 or email programme@jtia.hk. Thank you.
Judging Panel
Dr. Joe Tyel CHAN
Hung A
(Mr. CHAN Yiu Hung)
On Tai
(Mr. TAI Yau On)
Holding a PhD in Economics, he once taught the subject at the University of Hong Kong and contributed economic columns to various media outlets. However, a chance encounter led him to discover that the world of art and photography is far more expansive and full of hope than that of economics. Over the years, he has delivered numerous public lectures on "Humanistic Photography" across different regions, with his work being exhibited in Hong Kong, Taipei, Mainland China, and Europe.
Joe Tyel Chan has received prestigious accolades, including the Excellence Award in the Black and White Magazine 2010 Photo Contest and First Prize (Children Portfolio) at The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards 2010. He also holds the distinction of being the only photographer from Hong Kong to be nominated for the HCB Award (Henri Cartier-Bresson Award), organized by the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson in Paris. He is currently an Artist-in-Residence at the Jao Tsung-I Academy and an OM System Ambassador for Asia.
Hung A is a photographer and an architectural conservationist of the Hong Kong Cultural Imaging Workshop. He loves the beauty of diverse cityscape and heritage. He was a UNESCO award winning director of the HKSAR revitalization scheme of the Tai O Heritage Hotel. He introduced “Heritage Branding” forn sustainable development. He participated in La Biennale di Venezia 2008 as an exhibitor questioning about “The power mapping of Hong Kong cityscape”. Besides, he collaborated with AIA New York (Center for Architecture, NYC) to produce the photo exhibition/Seminar of “Hong Kong at 15: Expanding the Public Realm”. He is also interested in Hong Kong history, researched and directed the film "The Battle of Hong Kong" for The University of Hong Kong and lectures as a tutor of common core course “Property Rights, Built Heritage and Sustainable Development in Hong Kong.”
HungA graduated from the School of Design, Hong Kong Polytechnic University and obtained a BA in Photographic Design in 1994 with first class honors. He continued his study and obtained MA in Literary and Cultural Studies in 1998, MSc (Conservation) in Architectural Conservation Programme (ACP) in 2009 and PDAS Professional Diploma of Architectural Design in 2013. He is a member of Hong Kong institute of Architectural Conservationist (HKICON), Hong Kong Institute of Professional Photographers (HKIPP) and the honourable chairman of VTC Design Alumni Association.
On Tai, formerly known as Tai Yau-on, has been working as a photographer for more than 20 years. He has been fascinated by tiny things since childhood and gradually developed great interests in making miniature art. In 2017, he organised the “mini movements” hoping to share and concern for people with mobility problems or those in needed and promoted miniature art to the younger generation in Hong Kong through visits. Besides, On Tai also participates actively in the creation of the “Old Hong Kong” and hopes to pass on the classic and tradition of “Old Hong Kong” to future generations.
Location & Transportation
Address: 800 Castle Peak Road, Mei Foo, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Please note that parking spaces is not available at the Jao Tsung-I Academy.
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You can reach the Jao Tsung-I Academy within a few minutes' walk from Exit B of Mei Foo MTR Station.
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Take Exit B at Mei Foo Station and walk in the direction of the CLP Power Substation. Go up to the footbridge and turn left to the Castle Peak Sitting Out Area. Then cross Castle Peak Road at the pedestrian crossing to arrive at Jao Tsung-I Academy.
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Or you can take Exit A at Lai Chi Kok Station, then walk to the bus station next to Cheung Sha Wan Plaza and take bus No. 31B, 32, 35A, 36B or 286X. Alight at Jao Tsung-I Academy stop.
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Take KMB bus No. 31B, 32, 35A, 36B, 40 or 286X. Alight at the Jao Tsung-I Academy stop.
