Vietnamese-American Binh Danh’s chlorophyll prints are as amazing as they are poignant. Using found photographs from the Vietnam War era, he imprints the images on the leaves through photosynthesis; creating a powerful link between the present and the past, alluding to the jungles that the war was fought in.
© Binh Danh
© Binh Danh
© Binh Danh
Some images here. He’s having an exhibition from now till Oct 23 at Light Work.
There’s also a video interview here. [via CAS 100 - Salt Stories]
Thanks to Jane for the links!
wow.. impressive work!
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Nice. In fact, it is simply amazing to witness the metamorphosis of Vietnamese fine arts over the last 3 decades. Vietnamese fine arts have truly come of age and the artists are doing a great job. The galleries at Vietnamartist.com continue to amaze with their diversity and boldness. It’s a feast for every eye!