Liam Wong: After Dark

Liam Wong's "After Dark" is a unique photographic journey that explores the nocturnal wanderings of the artist through the most captivating cities in the world. Capturing the essence of loneliness in city life, the book showcases shadowy cityscapes and populated scenes transformed into deserted ones. Wong's photography, framed in specific film ratios, imbues a cinematic intensity, while specially commissioned Chinese characters pay homage to celebrated Chinese director Wong Kar Wai.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2022
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

In this captivating photographic journey, Liam Wong takes us on an intimate exploration of the nocturnal wanderings through the most captivating cities of the world. Through a series of cinematic images, he unveils the hidden corners and vibrant personalities that inhabit the mysterious realm of night-time urban landscapes. Drawing upon his background as a videogame designer, Wong has discovered that the real world holds just as much potency, curiosity, and intrigue as the things we can imagine.

Spanning from Hong Kong and Seoul to London and Edinburgh, "After Dark" showcases shadowy cityscapes through the eyes of the insomniac artist. This captivating publication delves into the phenomenon of loneliness in city life, capturing the eerie emptiness of London's Piccadilly Circus at 4:00 a.m., the quiet streets of Seoul illuminated by late-night taxi drivers, and the warmth shared by birds amidst the neon lights of Hong Kong's TSM District.

Wong's lens widens even further in this sequel to his successful first monograph, "TO:KY:OO," as he captures the night in the most exciting cities across the globe. From workers leaving their night shifts to empty streets adorned with neon signs, he charts the transition from bustling populated scenes to deserted ones. The photography in "After Dark" is imbued with a cinematic intensity, enhanced by Wong's interest in film and framed to specific film ratios. Additionally, specially commissioned Chinese characters add a unique cultural touch, paying homage to the renowned Chinese director Wong Kar Wai.

This captivating photographic journey invites us to explore the hidden wonders and untold stories that unfold after dark, offering a glimpse into the vibrant and enigmatic world of nocturnal cities.

Weight: 1412g
Dimension: 229 x 322 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500025550