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Li Hei Di
Born in 1997, Shenyang, China
Lives and works in London, United Kingdom
Overview
Li Hei Di's paintings offer a nuanced exploration of the complexity of raw human desire and its repression in society. Their unique style blends elements of abstraction and figuration while drawing inspiration from the eroticism present in Chinese literature and cinema. Li's canvases honor their veiled queer identity which is often overlooked or repressed in heteronormative societies. Through their paintings, Li can express their desires and emotions without fear of judgment or persecution, enab...Read more