A photo on display by painter Duan Zhengqu. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

In an era where nearly everyone has access to photography, taking photos can offer a fresh perspective on the world and life around us.

An exhibition featuring 70 photographs by dramatist Stan Lai, poet Yu Jian, painter Duan Zhengqu and painter Duan Zhengqu, opened Tuesday at the China Photography Gallery.