HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Nano Labs Ltd (Nasdaq: NA) (“we,” the “Company” or “Nano Labs“), a leading fabless integrated circuit design company and product solution provider in China, today announced the introduction of a new photography studio service (hereafter, “the New Service”) within its iPollo Metaverse business segment. The New Service, which merges 3D scanning and printing services, aims to offer innovative experiences in digital avatar collection and the creation of lifelike 3D figures. During the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, a quadrennial multi-sport event featuring athletes from across Asia, the New Service catered to over 5,000 athletes and garnered attention and media coverage from numerous outlets, establishing it as a popular destination within the Asian Games Village.

The New Service, featuring an image scanning cabin, adeptly captures athletes’ memorable moments, solidifying its status as one of the most sought-after technological applications in the Asian Games Village. Integrated with iPollo’s 3D scanning, printing, and AR technologies, the iPollo Metaverse crafts varied digital environments for multiple IPs, enhancing user engagement and hastening the digital transition of IPs into the Metaverse realm. Furthermore, iPollo’s 3D full-color printing technology brings digitized IPs to life in exquisite form, while providing personalized services to users through its iPollo Store, thereby showcasing the allure of the Metaverse.

Moreover, the Company has successfully initiated the tape-out of Cuckoo 3.0, the third iteration of the Nano Labs Cuckoo series, marking a significant advancement in the development of the Company’s Cuckoo series.

About Nano Labs Ltd

Nano Labs Ltd is a leading fabless integrated circuit (“IC”) design company and product solution provider in China. Nano Labs is committed to the development of high throughput computing (“HTC”) chips, high performance computing (“HPC”) chips, distributed computing and storage solutions, smart network interface cards (“NICs”) vision computing chips and distributed rendering. Nano Labs has built a comprehensive flow processing unit (“FPU”) architecture which offers solution that integrates the features of both HTC and HPC. Nano Lab’s Cuckoo series are one of the first near-memory HTC chips available in the market with a maximum bandwidth of approximately 2.27 Tbps, as well as one of the first movers of the ASIC-based Grin mining market *. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at: https://ir.nano.cn/. 

*According to an industry report prepared by Frost & Sullivan.

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The work of Quil Lemons has always been something of a quiet testimony. Whether it’s the documentations of a block in his hometown of Philadelphia in his daring series 6 7, or his weaving of the generational gap through his photo essay To Say the Same Thing in Many Different Ways, he always assumes the position of a mirror for his subjects, who have often been close friends and family. Quiladelphia is the latest feat for the photographer, with different subjects, but the same closeness and the same commitment to self exploration. The exhibition of the new series, held at Hannah Troare Gallery in New York, traces Quil’s documentation of the Black male form and his experience as a Black gay man, continuing on his journey of using “photography as a diary”.

Growing up in Philadelphia, Quil experienced a similar journey to many late-millennial and early gen-Z queer kids – closeted and finding a community online, but still spending copious amounts of time fantasising about their life had they been able to live openly. “Tumblr wasn’t necessarily a queer space, but it was at least queer-coded, like most things in art and fashion,” he tells us. Traversing the platform as young as 11 years old, through the escapism that its imagery had to offer, he found that he could be anyone online; so much so that he started to manifest his current life from the dashboard. “My camera then became a segway between my life and this curated world online. Through my images I felt I had a say in the world,” he adds.

“Quiladelphia is the emancipation of Quil Lemons,” Quil proclaims. The works show a maturation for the photographer in representations of his inner world and surrounding culture. Throughout the series we are met with the power of repetition – a set-like room with tiled floors, non-descript echoing buildings and a wall in what seems to be an empty room. But, he doesn’t rely on scenes this time, only varying levels of exposure, and the subject’s vulnerability. Fom the tender and retiring expression in Jabari to the nude and penetrative portraits throughout his untitled works, he brings the breadth of his subject’s experience into full view. “It came from immense research into the queer and Black canon of artists before me,” he tells us. Gaining much of this inspiration and language from Black female artists such as Mickalene Thomas, Lorna Simpson, and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, he sees it as being in parallel with his “upbringing of being constantly nurtured and affirmed by Black femininity”.

In the world of food photography, lighting is everything. It can transform a mundane dish into a mouthwatering masterpiece or render even the most delectable delicacy unappetizing. When it comes to lighting, photographers often face a pivotal decision: should they use natural light or artificial light? Each type of illumination has its own unique set of advantages and challenges, making the choice a matter of careful consideration.

The beauty of natural light

Natural light, as the name suggests, is the illumination provided by the sun. It is revered by many food photographers for its ability to enhance the visual appeal of dishes. There are several reasons why natural light is often considered the gold standard in food photography:

Soft and diffused light

Natural light, particularly during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset, offers soft, diffused lighting. This gentle illumination minimizes harsh shadows and creates a natural, inviting ambience that showcases food beautifully.

True colors

Natural light is known for rendering colors accurately. When photographing food under natural light, you can expect your images to capture the true vibrancy of each ingredient, enhancing the visual appeal of your dishes.

Texture emphasis

Natural light brings out the texture of the food, highlighting every crumb, grain, and condensation droplet. This can make the food look more enticing and real to viewers.

Fresh and appetizing

Natural light has the power to make food appear fresh and appetizing. It imparts a sense of realism that resonates with viewers, making them feel like they could reach into the photo and take a bite.

However, there are some drawbacks to relying solely on natural light for food photography. Natural light is inconsistent, and dependent on the time of day, weather, and geographic location. This makes it challenging for photographers who need to maintain a consistent look across multiple shots or work in a controlled studio environment. Other things to consider when using natural light, what direction is the light coming from, is it direct or indirect. Different times of the year can also affect the color of the light.

The versatility of artificial light

Artificial lighting, on the other hand, offers greater control and consistency, making it a preferred choice for many professional food photographers. Here are some reasons why artificial light can be a boon to your food photography:

Consistency

Artificial lighting allows you to maintain the same lighting conditions throughout your shoot, ensuring that your images have a uniform look and feel. It doesn’t matter whether it is constant or flash, you can set the desired light and it will stay the same all day.

Flexibility:

You can adjust artificial lighting to suit your creative vision. Whether you want a soft, diffused light or a dramatic, high-contrast setup, artificial lighting can be tailored to your needs.

No weather dependence

Unlike natural light, artificial light is not reliant on the time of day, year or weather conditions. This makes it perfect for food photographers working in a controlled studio environment.

Shaping light

With artificial light, you can use various tools like softboxes, diffusers, and reflectors to shape and control the direction of the light, creating stunning highlights and shadows.

Despite its many advantages, artificial lighting does come with its own set of challenges. The most significant is the potential for an unnatural or sterile look. To avoid this, it’s crucial to carefully adjust the artificial light’s color temperature to match the setting and type of food you’re photographing. A common mistake is using overly harsh lighting, which can wash out colors and obscure textures.

Is the hybrid approach the perfect blend?

While the debate between natural and artificial lighting continues, many food photographers have found success in blending these two approaches. By using natural light as the primary source and incorporating artificial lighting for fill or accent, photographers can achieve the best of both worlds.

For instance, you can set up your scene near a large window where natural light floods in. Then, use artificial lighting to fill in shadows or create highlights in specific areas. This hybrid approach offers the benefits of both natural and artificial light while mitigating their respective drawbacks.

Choice of lighting depends on a number of factors

The choice between natural and artificial lighting in food photography ultimately depends on your style, goals, and available resources. Natural light is cherished for its softness, authenticity and ability to render true colors. Meanwhile artificial light offers control, consistency and versatility. Many photographers find that a combination of the two provides the ideal balance, allowing them to capture the essence of the dish while maintaining control over the visual narrative.

Ultimately, the best lighting for food photography is the one that helps you achieve your artistic vision and effectively communicates the deliciousness of the dishes you’re photographing. Whether you choose natural, artificial, or a blend of both, the key is to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each approach and use them to your advantage. With practice, experimentation, and a discerning eye, you can make any dish look irresistible in the perfect light.

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