Comprised of 18 districts, each embracing its own aesthetic and culture, Hong Kong is characterised by its melange of modernity and heritage. It has so much to offer in terms of photo inspiration: the rows of majestic skyscrapers; the bustle of rush hour; the mesmerising neon lights. The abundance of light and movement in the city offers photographers the opportunity to experiment with various subjects and techniques as well as to depict their experiences in this metropolis.
Victor Cheng
“As a nod to the renowned film director Wes Anderson’s whimsical style, I have included a wide spectrum of electrifying tones in my work to portray the vibrancy of Hong Kong as well as to spark positivity in the viewers. Recently, taking drone photos of large cargo ships has become one of my side hobbies. The grandeur of the containers really fascinates me as they may look tiny from afar but when you get up close, from a bird’s-eye view, their proportions are simply mind-blowing!”
Alex Castro Moore
“I started experimenting early when my father gave me my first polaroid camera for my fifth birthday. The look and feel of film heavily influenced my style, and has been something I have tried to carry through into my digital work. Something I am really drawn to is colour. There are so many fun colours to play with while shooting in Hong Kong, from the pastel pink and purple estates to the rainbow neon signs. I want to portray something authentic, a true snapshot of that moment in time to inspire viewers to be more present. It is so easy to be wrapped up in your routine or absorbed in your phone, but try and take a moment to notice the small, beautiful details in everyday life.”
Tricia Darling
“I am always astounded by the ever-changing nature of the streets in Hong Kong, the interplay between past and present as well as between the clean buildings and the gritty alleys. My photos of ripped advertising posters are hugely influenced by Henri Matisse and Robert Rauschenberg’s collages. As time and weather wear down these posters, the underlying layers, metaphorically symbolising the past, are revealed which allow viewers’ to deepen their understanding of the city’s history. Photography has made me realised that beauty is everywhere and that the eye just needs to pay more attention to details.”
Ping Hoh Au
“I love documenting the quotidian interactions between the people on the streets since I think the beauty of Hong Kong lies within its unqiue culture and in the unbreakable bonds between one another. Despite the ever-changing nature of the metropolis, these cherishable connections are strong enough to remain immutable. Also, the scientific knowledge I acquired in university really helped me in enhancing my photography skills. I apply filters to my lens to fabricate an oniric, rainbow effect, conveying that we should all actively chase after our dreams instead of waiting for it to come true.”
Jeremy Cheung
“I started taking double-exposed photos with my film camera around seven years ago. Normally, I would first take a photo of the surroundings, then take another shot of anything that comes to my mind. These seemingly surreal images become a visual representation of how I perceive Hong Kong, merging the concrete reality with my thoughts and imagination. I hope that my work would inspire viewers to connect with the reality, their memories as well as with their imagination.”
Editor
Marco LeeCredit
Lead Image: Alex Castro Moore
