Stefan Irvine's photo-book and solo exhibition, "Abandoned Villages of Hong Kong", published by Blue Lotus Editions, is an invitation to explore the forgotten corners of this vibrant city, and to discover the haunting beauty that lies hidden within its parks and islands.

For centuries before the colonial era, Hong Kong's population dwelled in isolated villages, subsisting mainly on farming or fishing. When better opportunities arose during the 1960s, many villagers found work in restaurants overseas or in the urban factories of Hong Kong. Meanwhile, their countryside houses - sometimes entire villages - were simply abandoned and left to be reclaimed by nature. Stefan's photographs breathe new life into the crumbling facades and overgrown relics, allowing readers to witness the enduring charm of these abandoned homes.

Opening Reception: 12 January 2024, 6 pm - 8 pm

Talk with Stefan Irvine: Sunday 28 January 2024, 11:30 am

Gallery address: 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan