Colors and Lines: Blurring the Boundaries Between Painting and Photography

An Experimental Approach to Fine Art Photography

Unlike traditional photography, Lau King's "Colors and Lines" series challenges the viewer's perception by blurring the line between painting and photography. Through the use of surreal angles and perspectives, the photographs take on a two-dimensional quality reminiscent of fine art paintings. The result is a visual experience that captivates and intrigues, leaving the audience questioning the boundaries of artistic expression.

What sets King's photography apart is its ability to evoke the same emotions and sensations as a painting. The vibrant colors and abstract compositions create a sense of depth and movement, drawing the viewer into a world where reality and imagination intertwine. It is this fusion of mediums that makes "Colors and Lines" a truly unique and captivating body of work.

The realization of King's vision is made possible through the use of digital photography and post-processing techniques. By utilizing software such as Vsco and Adobe Photoshop, King is able to enhance the colors, lines, and contrast in each photograph, further blurring the boundaries between painting and photography. The final prints are meticulously crafted on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Paper, ensuring the highest quality and fidelity to King's artistic vision.

Each photograph in the "Colors and Lines" series is printed at a size of 40 cm x 30 cm, with a black border of 10 cm wide on all sides. The prints are produced in limited editions, with only 10 copies available for each image. Each print is framed, adding an extra layer of sophistication and elegance to the artwork.

Through "Colors and Lines," Lau King invites viewers to open their eyes to the beauty that surrounds them. By exploring the world through colors, lines, contrast, geometry, and abstraction, King challenges us to see the ordinary in extraordinary ways. It is a reminder that beauty is everywhere, waiting to be discovered from different perspectives.

The "Colors and Lines" series is an ongoing project that began in June 2018. The photographs have yet to be exhibited, adding an air of exclusivity and anticipation to the collection. Lau King's research into the spectrum of colors and the relationship between light and photography has laid the foundation for this groundbreaking series. By understanding the interplay between colors and light, King has been able to create a body of work that is both visually stunning and intellectually stimulating.

Lau King's "Colors and Lines" series has been recognized for its innovation and creativity, receiving the Bronze A' Design Award in Photography and Photo Manipulation Design in 2020. This prestigious award celebrates designs that demonstrate outstanding technical and creative skills, contributing to improvements in quality of life and making the world a better place.

With "Colors and Lines," Lau King has redefined the boundaries of photography, merging the worlds of painting and photography into a captivating and thought-provoking experience. Through vibrant colors, abstract compositions, and surreal perspectives, King invites us to see the world in a new light, blurring the line between dream and reality.