Honorable Mention
kyoto
DESCRIPTION
A cityscape overlooking Kyoto, surrounded by mountains. There are no very tall buildings, and it still retains much of what it once looked like AUTHOR
HAILIANG DUANBased in Kyoto & Bejing
EMAL:duanhailiang229@gmail.com
ARTIST STATEMENT
I am a sculptural artist, primarily working with photography, video, and installation art. My creative practice focuses on exploring the relationship between the individual and society. Through my work, I seek to examine themes of loneliness, belonging, and the sense of detachment people experience in modern urban life. I aim to provoke reflection on the complex relationships between people and the spaces they inhabit.
My inspiration stems from my personal journey, oscillating between rural and urban environments, and from the shared collective memory within the modern city's alienation. I hope to connect with the audience on an emotional level through these works, guiding them to reconsider their own relationships with their environment.
Each piece is an attempt to engage the audience in a visual dialogue, allowing them to feel the emotional undertones through the images and interactions. My creations are not only a record of rural life but also an exploration of belonging and identity. Ultimately, I hope my art evokes emotional resonance in the viewers, encouraging them to reflect on their own sense of place and space.
