Self-Taught Chinese Street Photographer Became on Overnight Sensation
Tao Liu, a 32-year-old self-taught street photographer
became an overnight sensation for his delightful shots that clearly depicts his
creative imagination, sharp eye and incredible sense of humor. Tao Liu was only
known as a water meter reader in the city of Haifei, China before one of his
photos went viral on a Chinese social network.
His story started some 3 years ago when he decided to
purchase a Fujifilm X100 and started taking street photos during his lunch
breaks and after work to satisfy his desire for photography. He use to travel all
over the city on his motorbike and don’t miss any chance to take a witty, unexpected
and funny perfectly timed street photo. Below we have put together some of Tao
Liu’ most striking photographs.