Emma Zhang (2009, Beijing, China)

I’m fascinated by the interplay of chance, interpretation, and situation that shape our lived experiences. Through my lens, I aim to capture the unexpected and fleeting moments that reveal the underlying complexities of the world around us.

My practice is grounded in the subjective nature of perception that challenge the viewer’s expectations and invite deeper contemplation. I imbue my photographs with a dreamlike quality, metaphorizing the fluid nature of our experiences.

I believe our understanding is shaped by our unique backgrounds and biases. I invite the audience to engage in active meaning-making, drawing their own conclusions. Equally important is the role of chance, as I work intuitively to capture moments of serendipity and unexpected beauty.