ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Fan Ho

Fan Ho was a celebrated photographer, film director, and actor, born in Shanghai in 1931 and raised in Hong Kong. He started taking photographs at the young age of 14 and quickly became known for his unique vision and technical skill. In the 1950s and 60s, he captured the everyday life of Hong Kong in a series of stunning black and white images that have since become iconic.
In this video, we explore the life and legacy of Fan Ho, from his early years as a photographer to his later work in film and his enduring impact on the art world.
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Footage:
Artist Lens｜Fan Ho: On the ‘Decisive Moment’
• Artist Lens｜Fan Ho: Ca...
My TV film HONG KONG in the 50s
• My TV film HONG KONG i...
HONG KONG as I saw it in 1949
• HONG KONG as I saw it ...
1950s Hong Kong in 60FPS (circa 1959) / 1950年代的香港
• 1950s Hong Kong in 60F...
1950s Hong Kong Streets Day and Night, Rare 16mm Colour Home Movies
• 1950s Hong Kong Street...
• Visiting Hong Kong in ...
Colonial Hong Kong (1937) [Technicolor Traveltalk]
• Colonial Hong Kong (19...
Old Hong Kong Sheung Wan, opium smoking, 1952
• Old Hong Kong Sheung W...
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[@ZMP786]

Thanks for sharing his life and work ❤

[@lyndagabriel6539]

Thanks so much for these photographer spotlights. I'd never heard of Fan Ho, and his work is gorgeous. You're definitely broadening my artist exposure.

[@ChrisBrogan]

Found this post a year after you made it, but really well made. Great stuff, Joshua. I'm glad you put this together.

[@kamranchahkar4744]

Thanks for sharing ;-)

[@MakersTeleMark]

Approaching shadow was all done in the dark room. It was a solid white wall exposure and the model was a relative of his. Not to take anything away from it, but the other 50% was his darkroom work.

[@mzny4314]

That takes skills

[@ekonkante]

East meet West is probably his most powerful photo. The one you picked is probably my personal favorite of his.

[@zenthumb]

So ahead of his time. 👏👏👏👏

[@philipu150]

Thanks for the background of this extraordinary photographer. I am reminded of the approach of Paul Strand, who travelled extensively. When choosing a new location, he preferred to spend time simply walking around, taking in the appearances,light, rhythm, daily life, sometimes for weeks before bringing out his camera. He once said, "Did I express my personality? I think that’s quite unimportant, because it’s not people’s selves but what they have to say about life that’s important.”

[@robertray1284]

Ya missed my favorite Fab Ho. Girl at table amid tall buildings. Love this video. Good job.

[@rogerwalton8160]

Inspirational.

[@jadephotography1]

Great video, thank you!

[@thirtyfiveeyes]

Thank YOU for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@mzny4314]

Fan Ho is one of my favorite photographers. The way he used shadow and light as well as composing photos with such feeling. Thank you for showing us this glimpse into his life.

[@thirtyfiveeyes]

He truly was incredible! Thank you so watching!

[@philwatt1865]

These videos are awesome man, keep em coming!

[@igaluitchannel6644]

Very interesting.

[@regansalamander8185]

Exquisite…thank you!

[@thirtyfiveeyes]

Thank you too! I appreciate you watching!

[@NatashaHerbert]

Great video. Thanks for sharing his work! Could you share the track that’s in the background?