Initially, Li Wei had planned to become a painter, but eventually conceded that he preferred to express himself in a more literal way, stating: “Only
performance art offers a chance to experience an action’s message through one’s own body.”
« In my work, I'm searching for a visual language which combines representation and abstract elements to address my own hybrid identity »
Li Wei
Although his work is impressive for the trickery and the stunts, it does also analyse and challenge the human perception of reality – through his use of mirrors, Wei is able to express his own personal thoughts, experiences and take on his own reality. (
Artist website)
Read More Initially, Li Wei had planned to become a painter, but eventually conceded that he preferred to express himself in a more literal way, stating: “Only
performance art offers a chance to experience an action’s message through one’s own body.”
« In my work, I'm searching for a visual language which combines representation and abstract elements to address my own hybrid identity »
Li Wei
Although his work is impressive for the trickery and the stunts, it does also analyse and challenge the human perception of reality – through his use of mirrors, Wei is able to express his own personal thoughts, experiences and take on his own reality. (
Artist website)
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