Jacky Lee ASICI FRPS APS/Pb PFIAP JAPJA
Visual Artist & Educator
- Connecting Cultures Through Photography, Community and Digital Ethics
Award-Winning Photographer
National Geographic Youth Photo Contest – Champion
Epson International Pano Awards – Silver
International Federation of Photographic Art - Portfolio Distinction
National & International Roles
APJA – Management Committee Member
APS - Chair, AI & Authorship Standards Subcommittee; Management Committee Member
CAPA - AI Advisory Committee Member
IAAP - Ambassador
IAPP - Board of Directors
RPS - AI Working Group Member; Australian Chapter Honorary Secretary; International Team Content Manager; Landscape Group Web Editor
Judging & Mentoring Roles
APJA; PSA; PSQ; SAPF; VAPS - Qualified Judge
Hong Kong Biodiversity Museum - Advisor
Mobile Photography Awards, The Pano Awards - Photo Judge
HKCT; HKU - Guest Speaker
PSA; RPS Australian Chapter - Photo Mentor
Leadership Roles
Canberra Drone Building Inspections & Consultancy - CEO
Jacky Lee Visionary Creations - Director
Photography Society of Hongkongers in Australia - Founder
Physiognomy.ai - Managing Director
TheDayAfterAI News - Art Director
Professional Credentials
ASCE; HKIS; IET; NSPE - Professional Member
CABE - Chartered Building Engineer
CASA - Accredited Commercial Drone Pilot
RICS - Chartered Surveyor
RPS - Accredited Senior in Imaging in Creative Industries and Fellow Member
Jacky Lee is a distinguished visual artist, educator and award-winning photographer whose work bridges art, culture and technology. With over two decades of experience, his images explore the quiet poetry of landscapes, the geometry of architecture and the human stories that lie between nature and the built environment.
Born in Hong Kong and now based in Australia, Jacky developed a lifelong fascination with light, space and community. Entirely self-taught, he has shaped a visual language marked by thoughtful composition, atmospheric sensitivity and a deep respect for the places and people he photographs.
Working across landscape, nightscape, architectural, black-and-white and aerial photography, Jacky combines artistic intention with technical mastery, drawing on his accreditation as a commercial drone pilot to capture perspectives that reveal both the beauty and fragility of our shared world.
Beyond his artistic practice, Jacky is dedicated to using photography and digital literacy to connect cultures, empower young people and foster responsible image-making in an era transformed by artificial intelligence. He believes that visual storytelling can build understanding, strengthen communities and help protect truth in the digital age.
Award-Winning Photographer
Champion
- Gurushot Photographer of the Year 2022
- Gurushot Black & White Photographer of the Year 2022
- Mobile Phone Photography International World's Top Photo Award 2022
- National Geographic Youth Photo Contest 2017
- TOP TEN Outstanding Photography Masters 2012
- Rehabilitation and Reoccurrence Photo Competition 2007
- Unforgettable History Photo Competition 2007
- Every District is Worth Seeing Freestyle Digital Photo Competition 2004
First Runner-up
- Epson International Pano Awards - Silver Award 2023
- Halloween Portrait Photo Contest 2009
- Working Together for a Better Ngau Tau Kok Photo Contest 2009
Second Runner-up
- Tokyo International Foto Awards 2024
- Built Over The Century Photo Marathon 2021
Finalist / Honourable mentions
Monochrome Photography Awards (Professional Architecture Category) 2025
Monovisions Awards (Architectural Series) 2024
Budapest International Foto Awards (Interior Architecture Category) 2023
International Photography Awards (Building Architecture Category) 2023
Paris Photography Prize (Bridge Architecture Category) 2023
Annual Photography Awards (Mobile Photography Category) 2022
Annual Photography Awards (Natural Landscape Category) 2022
International Black & White Photography Contest 2022
National Geographic Hong Kong Photo Contest 2020
National Geographic Hong Kong Photo Contest 2018
Jacky’s award-winning photographs have been exhibited worldwide, with showcases across Australia, Canada, Colombia, Cyprus, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, the Philippines, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, the UK, the USA and Vietnam. His work continues to resonate internationally for its artistic depth and universal visual language.
His major projects include Abstract Skyscape, Aerial Hong Kong, Colours of Australia, Secret Parts of Hong Kong, and The Beauty of North-West New Territories. Jacky also contributed to the Mui Tsz Lam Art Revitalization Project, highlighting his versatility and creative engagement in cultural and community-based initiatives.
A Glimpse of Success
Judging & mentoring
- Photographic Society of America Education Star Silver Award 2025
- panel Judge, Mobile Photography Awards 2025
- Master Judge, Viewbug Skyward Visions Photo Contest 2024
- panel judge, Hong Kong Dragonfly & Damselfly Photo Contest 2024
- Panel Judge, Lai Chi Wo Mui Tze Lam Hakka Culture Photo Competition 2023
- panel judge, Love the Nature Photo Contest 2019
- Master Judge, Wah Yan College Kowloon Photo Contest 2018
- Counsellor in the Assessment of Professional Competence, Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors
- Counsellor in the Assessment of Professional Competence, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
public speaking
- Photography Workshop Leader, National Meet-up Day, Australian Photographic Society 2025
- Photography Instructor, Walk in Hong Kong Street Tour 2021
- Guest Speaker, Chak Yan Centre, Hong Kong 2020
- Guest Speaker, University of Hong Kong 2019
- Photography Course Tutor, Hong Kong College of Technology 2005
honourable Advisor
- the Jumping Spider Photo Contest 2023, Hong Kong Biodiversity Museum
- Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors Hiking Tour 2021
- Double Haven Old Village Tour 2020
- Wah Yan College Kowloon Photography Service Team 2018
invited nomination
- Australian Photographic Society Contemporary Photo Exhibition 2023
- 'A Date with Hing Chun Alliance' Exhibition 2023
- National Geographic Photo Exhibition 2022
- Team Head, Buildings Department Staff Recreation Club Photo Team 2020
- Software Reviewer, Topaz AI 2020
- Mui Tsz Lam Art Revitalization Project 2019
- Sony RX1 Camera Reviewer 2014
Beyond the lens, Jacky contributes widely to the global photographic community. He serves with the Australian Photographic Society (APS), mentors photographers through both the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and the Royal Photographic Society’s (RPS) Australian Chapter, and is the Web Editor of the RPS Landscape Group.
Jacky also supports the RPS International Team as Content Manager, sits on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Panoramic Photographers (IAPP), and helps coordinate the Four Nations Inter-Country Photography Competition.
Jacky’s multidisciplinary background as a Chartered Building Engineer and Chartered Building Surveyor enriches his visual work with architectural insight and technical precision.
As an author, educator and speaker, he shares his expertise through books, workshops and guest lectures, including at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). He also contributes as a photography advisor to the Hong Kong Biodiversity Museum and serves as a judge for national and international competitions.
800k+
Blog Views
10k+
Followers in Social Media
200+
Photo Sharing Sessions
100+
Awards and Recognitions
30+
Global Exhibitions
20+
Media Coverage
Jacky’s Artwork in the Spotlight
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conversation Department, Hong Kong
Australian Broadcasting Corporation News
Blok Design Associates, Brisbane, Australia
Buildings Department, Hong Kong
Canberra Photography Group
Fine Art Photography: A Curated Group
Hong Kong Dental Association
Hong Kong Economic Times
Hong Kong Observatory
Huon Valley Council, Tasmania, Australia
Laowa by Venus Optics
Nature Conservancy Hong Kong
Sydney Photography Group
The Independent Photographer
Waterworks Services Department, Hong Kong
Words of Affirmation
Discover genuine testimonials from collaborators, clients, and peers. Each endorsement provides a unique perspective on Jacky's impact, underscoring the profound influence he has in the world of visual art and photography.
"Your knowledge and professional acumen have greatly contributed to setting the high standard and the rigorous judging framework that were central to the contest's success."
"The art photo galleries, showcasing the gorgeous natural scenery and city landscape of Hong Kong, was well received by the visitors in the art revitalization project."
"I must congratulate you, Jacky, on the excellent images on your website. You have some beautiful work there. We’re really impressed."
"Thank you for your enthusiasm to participate in our organization. You are just the kind of member we are looking for. Congratulations on your achievements and honours!"
"With your possession of good knowledge and sound experience in drone photography, I firmly believe that the aforementioned topic would be of interest to our members who will find pleasure in reading your sharing."
"You had been generously sharing your knowledge and time in guiding the public on how to capture the historic sites in Central, Hong Kong from an artistic point of view."
"Team PSA is extremely impressed with your profile and would like to welcome you among our distinguished Mentors."
"Your expertise was instrumental in the campaign's resounding success. Your selection of photographs that captured the village's essence not only showcased your artistic talent but also amplified our efforts to promote the conservation of cultural heritage."
"The seminar was well received by our course students. The information and skills you have shared with them were fascinating and inspirational."
ART – Appreciate, Reflect, Transform
Jacky's Approach to Creativity, Community and Digital Integrity
For Jacky, art is a way of seeing and a way of living. He promotes photography as a mindful, therapeutic practice that encourages people to slow down, appreciate the everyday and reconnect with their emotional well-being.
As the Founder of the Photography Society of Hongkongers in Australia (PSHKA), Jacky fosters creativity, cultural exchange and community connection — bringing Hongkongers together while building bridges with the wider Australian community.
Jacky’s work also sits at the intersection of art, technology and ethical innovation. He plays an active role in shaping global conversations around AI and visual integrity, serving as Chair of the APS AI & Authorship Standards Sub-Committee (AASS), a member of the RPS AI Working Group, and and a member of the CAPA AI Advisory Committee. As a member of Adobe’s Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI), he advocates for transparency, digital literacy and the protection of truth in the age of synthetic imagery.
Alongside his creative and ethical work, Jacky applies his expertise in imaging and the built environment as the CEO of Canberra Drone Building Inspections & Consultancy. This role allows him to integrate photography, surveying and advanced drone technology to support building safety and sustainable development in Australia.
Partnerships & Milestones
We extend our gratitude to the following organizations for their steadfast support to Jacky over the years.
ACT GOVERNMENT OF AUSTRALIA
AGRICULTURE, FISHERIES AND CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT OF HONG KONG
ASSOCIATION FOR SHA TAU KOK CULTURAL AND ECOLOGY
AUSTRALIAN PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT HONG KONG
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ART
DCFEVER HONG KONG
FLORIADE, ACT GOVERNMENT
HONG KONG BIODIVERSITY MUSEUM
HONG KONG INSTITUTE OF SURVEYORS
HONG KONG DENTAL ASSOCIATION
HONG KONG OBSERVATORY
HONG KONG TRAVELER
HUON VALLEY COUNCIL, TASMANIA
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PANORAMIC PHOTOGRAPHERS
LAOWA, VENUS OPTICS
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
MOBILE PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS
NATURE CONSERVANCY HONG KONG
PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF AMERICA
PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY OF SOUTH AFRICA
ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
SONY HONG KONG
UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
WAH YAN COLLEGE KOWLOON
WALK IN HONG KONG
