About Anthony
From Corporate to Wilderness
Anthony Lau, born and raised in Hong Kong, gained international recognition in 2016 as the Grand Prize Winner of the National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest. In 2019, he left his corporate advisory role to fully dedicate himself to photography. Since then, he has collaborated with notable organizations, including National Geographic's Hong Kong and Taiwan offices, ASUS Mobile, AIA, and Sony.
2025
London Art Fair
Anthony will be represented by Laurence Lai Gallery in the Affordable Art Fair, 15-19 Oct, Battersea Park, London.
2024
Arctic Circle Expedition
In June 2024, Anthony led a successful photography expedition aboard the Hurtigruten MS Fram in collaboration with Jetour Hong Kong. This journey took participants into the High Arctic, beyond 80º North, where they experienced breathtaking landscapes and natural beauty.
2023
VAST HORIZON Book Launch
Building on the success of his previous exhibitions, Anthony launched his first photo book, "Vast Horizon," at the Hong Kong Book Fair. "Vast Horizon" encapsulates his photographic journey across Iceland and the Faroe Islands from the summer of 2022 to the spring of 2023. Available in both Limited and Standard Editions.
2022
Photo Exhibitions in UK and HK
A thrilling new chapter was unfolded when Anthony hosted his inaugural exhibition in London, during the renowned "The Other Art Fair". The excitement didn't end there, as he made his solo debut back home in the city of Hong Kong, in a successful collaboration with the EastPro Gallery. The outpouring of support and encouragement he received during these exhibitions was truly overwhelming and something he is incredibly thankful for!
2020, 2021
Panel Judge for National Geographic Contest
In 2020, Anthony had the honor of being invited by The National Geographic's Hong Kong and Taiwan offices to serve as a judge for their annual Hong Kong Photo Contest. He was privileged to continue in this esteemed role for the 2021 edition as well. Being part of such a prestigious event indeed carries immense honor and responsibility.
2019
Sony G Master Campaign
In 2019, Anthony’s career reached a pivotal moment when he was invited by the Sony Asia Pacific team to participate in the promotional campaign for their flagship G Master lens. The project, titled "Every Detail Has a History", featured a full production crew documenting his journey to capture the perfect light within the architectural splendor of Angkor Wat, all using Sony’s premier equipment.
2016
National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year
"Winter Horseman" is a pivotal photograph that earned Anthony the honour of the Grand Award, People Category Winner, and the title "Travel Photographer of the Year" from National Geographic in 2016. This captivating image portrays a lone horseman in the snowy landscapes of Inner Mongolia, China. The recognition has opened doors for him and provided a platform to share his passion for capturing the beauty of nature and the human spirit. He is deeply grateful for the opportunities it has afforded him and the lasting impact it continues to have on viewers.