Description:
This powerful etching, “Hong Kong in London,” captures a poignant moment from the Hong Kong demonstrations held in Parliament Square, Westminster, London in June 2019. The artwork juxtaposes the image of a Hong Kong protester, peacefully sitting in front of the iconic statue of Mahatma Gandhi, symbolizing the universal struggle for freedom and justice. The demonstrator’s sign, “Do I look like a riot?” echoes the sentiments of peaceful resistance and the quest for human rights, drawing a parallel between the historical and contemporary fights for justice.

Technical Details:
– Title: Hong Kong in London
– Date: 23/01/2020
– Dimensions: 27 x 43 cm
– Medium: Etching Print, Aquatint
– Context: Hong Kong Demonstration in Parliament Square, Westminster, London, June 2019
– Location: London, UK