Synopsis

SHH is inspired by the COVID-19 breakout back in 2020. It celebrates resilience while creating a space to mourn the departed. Combining 2D video and 3D modelling, SHH unveils a mixed feeling that roots deep down in the heart of those who have gone through the most difficult time of this world-changing pandemic. SHH was commissioned by and premiered at the Hong Kong Arts Festival’s Jockey Club InnoArts Series 2022.

Daming Zhang

XR artist and director Daming explores XR (AR/VR/MR) from a theatrical perspective. Graduated from the Central Academy of Drama (China) with a doctorate degree in Scenography, Daming specializes in visual theatre and installation and has extensive experience in art and commercial activities as writer-director and visual designer. Her first VR dance film Or Bit received attention and appreciation from various international film festival programmers. Daming worked at the Power Station of Art in Shanghai (Shanghai Biennale) and is now Lecturer at the School of Art and Communication of China Jiliang University. She is the recipient of the 2020 British Council's UK-China Connections through Culture Grant.