Epack Founder Marwan Wins First Prize at International Student Photography Exhibition
[January 8, 2018] At an international student photography exhibition held at Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College, Marwan—a Yemeni student then enrolled in the College of International Education—won first prize for his works Homes on the Lake and On the Cycling Journey. Centered on the theme “My Life in China,” the exhibition attracted many international students. Marwan’s entries stood out for their unique perspectives and the nuanced emotions they conveyed.
Epack CEO Marwan’s Award-Winning Photos Capture Life & Homesickness in China
Of the two series Marwan submitted, Homes on the Lake captures a serene moment: a lone skiff and a fisherman drift across the water, while the mountains and lake mirror each other, creating a scene of tranquil, expansive beauty. The accompanying caption quotes the line, “With light oars and a small boat, my dreams drift into the lotus-filled cove.” The moored boat in the image holds a subtle, personal sentiment: as he pursues his studies in a foreign land, a faint touch of homesickness seems to ripple into the lake waters along with the stroke of the oar. The second piece, On the Cycling Journey, records the sights he encountered while traveling through the local landscape. Together, the static and dynamic images sketch a portrait of China that is both vivid and gentle through his eyes.
From Photography Award to Epack CEO: Marwan’s Journey as a New Yiwu Resident
Today, Marwan serves as CEO of Epack, focusing on providing global clients with one-stop services for product sourcing and custom packaging. He often describes himself as a “New Yiwu Resident,” regarding the city not merely as a second home, but as a place of such charm that once people arrive, they never want to leave.
Epack Founder Marwan’s Photography Highlights His Growth from Student to Entrepreneur
Winning this photography award marked another highlight of Marwan’s time as an international student. His works not only showcase his love for and observations of China but also bear witness to his personal growth—transforming from a student into an entrepreneur in Yiwu. As his photographs suggest, the experiences of homesickness and integration, exploration and putting down roots have quietly intertwined on this land, becoming the most cherished memories of his life.
FAQ
Q: What photography award did Epack founder Marwan win?
A: Epack founder Marwan won first prize at the International Student Photography Exhibition held at Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College. His works Homes on the Lake and On the Cycling Journey stood out for their unique perspectives and emotional depth.
Q: What do Epack CEO Marwan’s award-winning photos depict?
A: The photos capture life in China, including a serene water town scene with a lone fisherman and cycling journey landscapes. The images reflect Marwan’s observations, homesickness, and gradual integration into Chinese culture.
Q: How does Epack founder Marwan describe his relationship with Yiwu?
A: Marwan often calls himself a “New Yiwu Resident,” regarding the city as not just a second home but a place so charming that once people arrive, they never want to leave. This reflects his deep connection to Yiwu and its business community.