Rong Rong
Rong Rong (China, 1968) is a contemporary photographer renowned for his evocative black-and-white images documenting Beijing's East Village art scene in the 1990s. His work captures the raw essence of urban transformation and the avant-garde performances of that era. In 2007, he co-founded the Three Shadows Photography Art Centre in Beijing, China's first institution dedicated to contemporary photography.

Artwork by Miles Aldridge
What is contemporary art?
Contemporary art refers to avant-garde or innovative art created in the recent past or present day. The exact starting point of contemporary art varies depending on the institution, often tied to the founding year of museums or galleries that showcase the style. Contemporary art is characterized by its focus on current ideas, diverse media, and the exploration of new concepts and techniques.