Picturing World Cultures: Mark Leong – China

Picturing World Cultures: Mark Leong – China

Author: B&H Photo & Video November 14, 2024 Duration: 59:28

In today's podcast, we sit down with Mark Leong, a fifth-generation Chinese-American photographer, for Picturing World Cultures.

Above photograph © Mark Leong

From his arrival in 1980s Beijing on a one-year travel fellowship, to his decision to live and work there long-term over the following decades, we follow Mark's path from his ancestral village to the Beijing art scene, and beyond.

He walks us through his experiences in documenting the massive cultural shifts as Chinese society transitioned from uniformity and limited choice to a realm of consumerism and increasing globalization.

We also discuss Mark's long-term photographic project featuring China's Post-90's generation, the young adults born under the country's one-child policy.

As Mark points out toward the end of our chat, "What's interesting to me about this generation I'm photographing is that they have this kind of creativity, and they have the resources to use this creativity to make something."

If you haven't already listened, check out all the episodes of our Picturing World Cultures podcast series here.

Guest: Mark Leong

For more information about our guest and the gear he uses, see:
https:/www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/picturing-world-cultures-mark-leong-china

Stay Connected:

Mark Leong Website: https://www.markleongphotography.com/

Mark Leong on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markleongphotography/

Mark Leong on Redux Website: https://reduxpictures.com/artist/mark-leong

Mark Leong's book China Obscura: https://www.amazon.com/China-Obscura-Mark-Leong/dp/0811844617

Mark Leong's Award from Center: https://centersantafe.org/comingofage


There's a conversation happening about photography that goes far beyond the latest camera review, and you can find it on the B&H Photography Podcast. Hosted by the team at B&H Photo & Video, this series sits down with a wide range of insightful and genuinely entertaining guests from across the photographic world. Every other week, these discussions delve into the practical realities of gear and technique, but they also wander into the richer territory of visual history, the surprising science behind an image, and the personal philosophies that drive artistic expression. What you'll hear feels less like a formal interview and more like eavesdropping on a passionate chat between experts, unpacking the ideas that actually matter to anyone making pictures today. Whether you're a seasoned professional curious about a colleague's process or an enthusiastic amateur looking to deepen your understanding, this podcast provides a thoughtful, accessible space to explore the entire ecosystem of photography. The result is a consistently engaging listen that reminds you why you picked up a camera in the first place, while giving you the concrete knowledge to use it better tomorrow. Tune in for a fresh perspective that connects the technical dots with the creative spark.
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