Do you notice the neon signboards, street food stalls, and traditional theatres in Hong Kong? These sights, unique to our city, may soon be no more. Beneath its flourishing, the urban scenery of Hong Kong has been experiencing substantial changes, especially since the passing of Hong Kong’s Buildings Ordinance in 2011, which halted the making of new, large-scale calligraphy or retro neon signboards along the main streets. This is why Justin Wong, a local photographer, has been attempting to document the vanishing scenes of Hong Kong, focusing on the metropolitan life in Mong Kok and Sham Shui Po. Presenting these snapshots in Nostalgic Times, Justin’s works portray fleeting moments as if scenes from a movie, expressing the deepest stories behind each individual photo, by way of both digital and film formats.
About Justin Wong
Justin Wong is a Hong Kong born Canadian photographer. He bought his first camera during his high school days in order to satisfy his curiosity of his surroundings. Since moving back to Hong Kong in 2016, he has been capturing daily life and developing his style by transforming stills into movie-like scenes. He has always been inspired and fascinated by various art forms, including film, music, and travel. His recent works attempt to bring out the awareness of the preservation of street signs. To him, photography is a way to express emotions and capture fleeting moments. He hopes that his audience can find connection and imagination from his works.
Find out more about Justin Wong on his website and Instagram.