Photographer Hoyin
To listen to an interview with photographer Hoyin click here
Originally from Hong Kong, Hoyin immigrated to Canada. Struggling with the language and fitting in, he resorted to his creativity and ultimately photography to find his voice and express himself.
I connected with Hoyin over a year ago to invite him to be part of the ‘Photographer’s Series’, a project I started when I was hosting and producing ‘The Artist’s Lifestyle’ radio show on 93.3 FM CFMU. At the time I was planning on doing a full radio series interviewing photographers about their creative process and their professional journey. Through the various twists and turns of life, I emigrated from CFMU into my own thriving business as an artist and Soul Art teacher.
Since so many of the interviews had already been recorded and so many creative photoshoots were already taken, I decided to create ‘The Photographers Series’ as a blog series. So over the next few weeks I’ll be posting the interviews and images from ‘The Photographer’s Series’.
I volunteered myself as a model to be used in one of Hoyin’s creative photographs. I did this because I wanted to have the experience of working with him so I would feel prepared for our interview, and of course I wanted to be part of an amazing creative vision.
Laura Hollick photographed by Hoyin for The Photographer's Series.
Hoyin transformed me into a ghostly alien-like figure, which is how I imagine he must have felt coming to Canada.
There is a certain kind of isolation to his work as well as a deep mystery that intrigues me.
Laura Hollick photographed by Hoyin for The Photographer's Series.
Since moving to Canada Hoyin has become quite resourceful in finding what he needs to realize his visions.
For our photoshoot he connected with Mario and Cherie Pia Grassa a husband and wife hair and makeup team to transform me into the white person.
During our interview Hoyin shares his challenges as a photographer and his creative desires.
To listen to the Photographer’s Series interview with Hoyin click here
To learn more about Hoyin visit his website at www.hoyinsiu.com
Tags: Hoyin, Mario and Cherie Pia Grassa, photographer, Photographers Series, photoshoot
June 30th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
Wow… These images are lovely. I love the top one!
They both have so much feeling… And I love how you tied it back to his history.
There’s something very haunting, yet captivating about them.
Thanks for sharing!
(I think I could stare at them for days…
June 30th, 2010 at 7:13 pm
Wow, what a transformation and so creative! So cool you did this and step out to reveal yourself in ultimate creativity! Cool!
Linda
July 1st, 2010 at 1:54 am
Wow is right! Removing color reveals more, as if one can see into the brain of the person and the photographer, as well.
Sue Painter
July 1st, 2010 at 7:58 am
This is so incredibly inspiring. The images are absolutely stunning.
July 1st, 2010 at 4:39 pm
I’ve been directed by my coach to have a new head shot done. Hmmm.
Seriously Laura these are so intriguing, haunting, etherial. What an honor it must be to have your portrait done in this way and by such a talented photographer.
Lynn
July 1st, 2010 at 7:21 pm
Zowie! Some amazing work, thanks for sharing the results!
Grace
July 2nd, 2010 at 10:27 am
Something about how you appear in these photos reminds me of Lady Gaga!! DEFINITELY would like to see more! XO, Katherine
July 3rd, 2010 at 8:18 am
Hi Laura,
These photographs are beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing.
Ellen Martin
July 5th, 2010 at 5:22 pm
beautiful work! thanks.
July 5th, 2010 at 7:31 pm
Interesting blog.
July 6th, 2010 at 4:32 pm
Stunning. Thanks so much for sharing yet another creative adventure.
Write on!~
Lisa
July 7th, 2010 at 12:43 am
My world in card-making and crafts is full of creative color. But another commenter was spot on when she said removing color reveals more. As a big fan and follower, I’ve seen many pictures of you. I have to say these pictures are quite moving and revealing. Thanks for sharing.
July 7th, 2010 at 6:15 am
I am so in awe of people that can do cool things with cameras…I am lucky to get the kids in focus. Amazing…thanks so much for sharing!
July 7th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
WoW! I have seen so many empowering pictures of you but this photo is absolutely incredible as it shows so much vulnerability. I love the transformations you share and look forward to this entire series.
July 8th, 2010 at 7:33 pm
I am amazed about the creativity. I love the different and very fascinating approach.I am looking forward to see more of this kind of work. Being an artist my self, I appreciate it even more.