Ying Ang
A journey through the ever-shifting state of motherhood
Bower Bird Blues — Motherhood, of all the stories we possess, is perhaps the most well-known. But for photographer Ying Ang, no corner of culture – no books, films or art – captured the implosion that transformed her world. It demanded a new way of seeing.
Written by: Ying Ang
The rise of Sampa the Great: hip hop's brightest spark
Giving into greatness — Sampa Tembo's family hoped she’d lead a conventional life: one where music was just a backup plan. But that was never going to happen. Instead she started opening for the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Joey Bada$$, winning acclaim for her socially conscious rhymes. Now, with a debut album on the way, the 24-year-old is primed for a major breakthrough.
Written by: Niall Flynn
A photographer faces up to the past that shaped her
Haunted by home — Ying Ang grew up on Australia's Gold Coast, where a dark underworld formed part of everyday life. But finally going back home, at the age of 30, illuminated what drives her.
Written by: Ying Ang
Aamer Rahman has nailed the art of activist comedy
Kings of comedy — From standup to satire, jokes can be a saviour. But in the right hands, they can also trigger change. To help resist – with humour – we’re celebrating radical voices that rise above the rest. In this instalment, Australian comic and activist Aamer Rahman explains why bad comedy can backfire… especially when it comes to the likes of Trump.
Written by: Iris Mansour
Ying Ang
Answers on a Postcard — Fine art documentary photographer Ying Ang confronts her innermost feelings - insecurities, hopes, dreams and fears.
Written by: Andrea Kurland
NYC’s most exciting photography event went down in 52 shipping containers
Field Notes from Photoville — Photographer Ying Ang gives us her take on Photoville, New York City’s biggest annual photography festival. Ying Ang is an Australian photographer whose 'Gold Coast' series is featured in Huck 46 - The Documentary Photography Special II.
Written by: Ying Ang