Photographer of Ukrainian origin from Hong Kong Roman Olinchuk specializes in transforming ordinary locations into cinematic portraits.
Olinchuk told HKFP that his inspiration is constantly changing, as he discovers hidden gems throughout the territory: “My work is definitely shaped by cinema, the work of other photographers and artists, and video games with crazy visual styles. Inspiration can come at any time, in any form.”
“It can come from visiting a place, a quote from a movie, trauma, feelings of connection, personal struggles, or even the color of a pomegranate. It all depends on whether my creative antenna is tuned to pick up and interpret anything into a concept,” he added.
He said he was constantly on the lookout for new locations: “It feels a little like finding treasure, maybe a quiet, offbeat neighborhood has a rusty playground or a parking lot with a view of Lion Rock. You never know.”
As for the threat of artificial intelligence when it comes to the art world, Olinchuk said he had a love-hate relationship with the technology: “I use it for minimal editing, like removing certain objects or enlarging a photo if necessary. But for me, it’s important to create things organically. I’ll climb that mountain, pour the slippery black liquid over my face. Creation.”
Olinchuk will talk about his work in Wong Chuk Hang this Saturday.
Follow his work Instagram or on his own PORTFOLIO.
