Considered one of the most important photographers in the history of Hong Kong, Yau Leung's career spanned over thirty years. Professionally a unit still photographer for Shaw Brothers Studio, he is also known for his photographs of Hong Kong street life.He has been called the "Bresson of Hong Kong", referencing the famous pioneer of street photography, Henri Cartier-Bresson. Working exclusively in black and white, he amassed an extraordinary collection of street scenes, portaits and cityscapes that are counted among Hong Kong's most cherished social documents. Yau Leung's last important show was held in the London Photographers' Gallery in 1997, the same year that he passed away.
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