The Essence of Existence: A Journey Through Life and Art
Simon Yam 任達華, a luminary in the entertainment industry, stands at the intersection of fame and introspection. While the demands of his profession often engulf him, a profound passion for life compels him to explore its deeper meanings. His relentless curiosity about existence drives him to investigate the mysteries that precede life itself.
This fascination with the pre-birth state fuels Simon's artistic endeavors. Through the lens of his camera, he captures nature's countless elements, transforming each frame into a portal for philosophical inquiry. Withered plants, in particular, hold a special significance for him. They symbolize resilience and the cyclical nature of life, offering a poignant reminder that beauty often lies in impermanence.
Every detail in his environment serves as a wellspring of inspiration. With each shutter click, Simon immortalizes fleeting moments, reflecting on the intrinsic value of life. His work transcends mere artistry; it becomes a meditation on existence itself, inviting us to explore what it truly means to live.
At the heart of Simon's philosophy is love. He believes that love is the essence of life, the driving force behind all creation. In his view, love existed before the world was formed, serving as the energy that propels us forward. It is this omnipotent force that enables exploration and connection, infusing every aspect of life with meaning.
Simon's collection of withered flowers acts as a testament to this belief. Each flower represents a token of everlasting life and eternal energy, embodying the enduring power of love. He envisions a parallel universe where the images he creates coexist eternally, capturing the essence of love that transcends time and space. By publishing his photo book and organizing an exhibition, Simon hopes to share this vision with the world, allowing the energy of love to resonate universally.
His passion for Chinese ink painting further enriches his artistic journey. The textures and details found in this ancient technique inspire him, revealing layers of emotion and energy that traditional forms of art may overlook. For Simon, ink painting is not just a medium; it's a conduit for expressing the love and vitality that permeate our existence.
靳埭強 (Dr. Kan Tai-Keung)：
傑出的演員任達華愛好攝影,多年前曾出版 攝影作品集,叮囑我寫序。他把我的第二故鄉香港 拍得美麗,盛載著深情、熱愛我城的意象,令我 留下深刻的印象!!
近日,達華約我分享他的近作。我再次感受 到他以純正的愛呈示在攝影的意象。全新的題材:花;全新的風格:抽象;全新的技巧:我法。令我感動！
花,是各種藝術常用的題材,但在達華的心中 不是美麗的外形,而是在宇宙中與人類一起生活的生命。它不但是植物傳承的生息,也是生命榮枯 璀璨不息的永恆景象。
抽象：這不是無中生有的抽象,而是達華先精 心選擇各種美態的花朵,在水、光、空氣和人們的照料中,獨具慧眼,微觀細察而求取的抽象。 創作過程是充滿的熱誠與耐心凝視,形色變幻若生命的流轉,化物象為抽象。
制法 [我用我法] 是我「師心」的信念。達 華不斷探索新技法,在沒有堅實視藝基礎鍛鍊下, 能勇於變法。他運用花的本體在鏡頭下構圖、修剪、重杓,用水光、冷熱、乾濕……………)追求花開花謝 的百怷千姿;不斷拍攝,專注攝取一剎那的永恆之美。
達華告訴我:「愛」是創作的原動力。他的作 品表現生命每一剎那的存在。希望能感染觀者的 心靈,珍惜生命每一刻的存生。
我還得悉達華勤習水墨、油彩等畫藝, 不斷嘗試跨媒體融滙。他對萬物的愛源源不絕地,在他的作品中感染世人。讓我們期待。
This is a 24cm 2 x 33cm h, 106 pages color hard cover book, using 170 gsm Japanese matte art paper, with 63 Simon Yam's photographic art.
Limited version is signed by Simon Yam, numbered, with a bonus photo. Special number includes Walnut wood pack, laser with 'SIMON YAM', and a limited 'SIMON YAM' tote bag.
Regular version ISBN 978-988-71131-3-3. Limited version ISBN 978-988-71131-1-9