Artist Introduction: Jimmy Lee

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Jimmy Lee was born and raised in Hong Kong. He holds a PhD from the University of the Arts, London and a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from the University for the Creative Arts (Farnham). Lee’s doctoral research digs into the visual representation of trauma and violence, exploring contemporary debates on late photography and refamiliarisation. His artistic works have been exhibited across Europe as well as in Hong Kong. Currently based in Hong Kong, Lee continues his research into the ontological nature of the photographic image while continuing his art practice.

 

Equipment

GFX 100

GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro

“︰■﹞(Laughter carries the warmth we share now)”

 

 

 

Inspired by the theme song ‘ No Regrets for Loving You in This Life’ from the TV series ‘A Kindred Spirit’, this body of work reframes the viewer’s gaze from directly within the eye itself. Capturing the landscapes of Hong Kong as projected onto the retinas of its people, I reinterpret the facade of Hong Kong through the concept of imagined and real imagery. The scenery in the images is presented in a hazy, blurred manner, connecting to the ambiguity of reality and the interplay between the tangible and intangible.

 

This work embarks on an exploration that transcends the boundaries of time and space, capturing the essential, enduring nature of one’ ‘s love offor home. There is no doubt that a smiling face can provide lasting support and comfort for life amidst the ever-changing flux of time and space.




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