Visual Characteristics of Contemporary Chinese Photography:
1. Conceptual Expression: Contemporary Chinese photography emphasizes conceptuality, in which photographers not only record reality, but also pay more attention to conveying individual or collective thoughts and concepts through the lens, challenging traditional visual narrative methods and exploring the possibilities of photography as a medium in artistic creation and critical thinking.
2. Combination of documentary and fiction: On the basis of maintaining a deep insight into social reality, many photographers try to combine documentary style with fictional elements to create works that are both realistic and full of symbolism, so as to reflect complex social issues and personal inner worlds.
3. Cross-media practice: With the development of technology, contemporary photography is integrated with other art forms such as installation, video, and performance art to form cross-border works and broaden the space for photographic expression.
4. Black and white aesthetics: Black and white photography occupies an important place in contemporary Chinese photography, expressing the texture of light and shadow through minimalist color contrast, enhancing the abstraction and emotional depth of the work.
5. Reflection on local culture: Many photographic works carry the re-examination and deconstruction of local culture, which not only includes the borrowing and transformation of traditional cultural symbols, but also shows the pluralistic construction and self-identity of Chinese identity in the context of globalization.
6. Imprint of Urbanization: The rapid urbanization process provides photographers with rich materials, who pay attention to the changes in urban and rural areas, the reconstruction of living space, and the role of individuals in it, presenting a vivid picture of the times.
7. Digitization and post-processing: The application of modern technology has made digital photography and post-production the norm, and many works have expanded the boundaries of photographic language with the help of digital technology to create surreal visual effects.
8. Women's Perspective and Gender Diversity: More and more female photographers are involved in the field of contemporary photography with a unique female perspective, conducting in-depth discussions on gender issues, and promoting the development of gender diversity in the field of photography.
9. Historical Memory and Personal Narrative: Some photographers retell grand historical events from a micro perspective through the excavation of private memories and family history, showing the complex relationship between individual destiny and national history.
10. Public Participation and Social Intervention: Projects and activities encourage public participation in the creation of photography, which has become an effective tool for social investigation, problem shedding and public education through collective action and community interaction. It reflects the process of social changes, cultural trends and artistic innovation.
