PhotographerAustin Belltakes us on a unique journey through Hong Kong via his images of basketball courts.
Shooting Hoopsis both the name of his show at Hong Kong’s Blue Lotus Gallery and his 356-page book.
Read on for My Modern Met’s exclusive interview.
What was the impetus behind this project?
How long did it take you to complete the photos, and what were the logistics like?
It took 140 full days of shooting over multiple visits to Hong Kong.
How did you go about locating all of the basketball courts?
What did this series teach you about Hong Kong and its culture?
The diverse topography of Hong Kong is unparalleled.
How did you go about selecting the images in the exhibition?
What do you hope that people take away from the images?
What’s next for you?
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