The Art of Hes

"Najing Tulou"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 18:59:53 GMT

"Najing Tulou"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2019]

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"Reflections"

hesart⚡️ — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 20:43:30 GMT

"Reflections"

GoPro, Adobe Lightroom. [2019]

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"Parked"

hesart⚡️ — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 20:29:20 GMT

"Parked"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2022]

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"The Streets of Ciqikou"

hesart⚡️ — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 20:05:34 GMT

"The Streets of Ciqikou"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2021]

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"Inner Ring"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:58:43 GMT

"Inner Ring"

VDMX5, DJI Mavic Pro, Instagram, Processing, EZgif. [2022]

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"Natongoda"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:05:46 GMT

"Natongoda"

VDMX5, DJI Mavic Pro, Processing, EZgif. [2019]

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"Chongming" (Earth Lens)

hesart⚡️ — Sat, 08 Feb 2025 17:00:09 GMT

"Chongming" (Earth Lens)

Tree branches. 4'8" circle. [Chongming Island, China. 2021]
Part of the "Earth Lens" series (005)

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Introduction
Tucked into a quiet forest park on Chongming Island, Chongming frames a view of a canal and a small alluvial landform that mirrors the island itself. This lens reflects the constant interplay of land and water, inviting viewers to contemplate the delicate balance of nature and the forces that shape it.

Site & Placement
The lens is hidden along a forest path, directing attention to the canal’s subtle currents and the land it divides. The bench, situated 12 feet from the lens, encourages visitors to pause and immerse themselves in the tranquil rhythm of the scene.

Impermanence & Integration
As an alluvial island shaped by shifting waters, Chongming is a fitting location for this ephemeral lens. Constructed from branches, the lens will eventually return to the land, echoing the natural processes that formed the island and continue to shape it.

Reflection
Chongming offers a meditative space to reflect on the impermanence of land and the forces that transform it. The work’s fleeting existence underscores the beauty of change, inviting viewers to appreciate the subtle, ongoing dance of nature.

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"Gansu Geoglyphs"

hesart⚡️ — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:28:45 GMT

"Gansu Geoglyphs"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2021]

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"Ciqikou Umbrellas"

hesart⚡️ — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:24:14 GMT

"Ciqikou Umbrellas"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2021]

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"Reflections of Zhujiajiao"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:29:04 GMT

"Reflections of Zhujiajiao"

iPhone, Lightroom [2021]

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"Fujian Tea Fields"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:10:10 GMT

"Fujian Tea Fields"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2021]

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"Tianjin Radio & Television Tower"

hesart⚡️ — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:03:12 GMT

"Tianjin Radio & Television Tower"

iPhone, Lightroom [2019]

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"Hongyadong"

hesart⚡️ — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:51:01 GMT

"Hongyadong"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Lightroom [2021]

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"Quarantine"

hesart⚡️ — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:34:37 GMT

"Quarantine"

Boulder, CO [2016]

(Panel) composite paper, ash wood [4” x 48”]
(Box) pallet, pallet wood, spray paint, nails [48” x 24” x 24”]

“Quarantine” examines one node in the complex network of human globalization. The work reflects on the repercussions of global trade and encourages discussion about the benefits - and tradeoffs - that globalization has brought the human species.

At the core of the project lies the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that has left a trail of devastation across millions of ash trees in the United States. Native to Asia, the EAB hitchhiked its way onto American soil through wooden packing materials. It made its debut in Boulder in 2013 - threatening the existence of nearly 100,000 ash trees in the area. To curb further spread, the federal government imposed a quarantine on all ash wood from affected regions.

As one contemplates the interplay between the various elements of the piece, they should aim to explore their own moral frameworks and seek to dive deeper into questions on progress, connection, and preservation.

“Quarantine” is presented through two elements, each narrating a unique chapter of this ecological saga:

The ash wood panel aims to mimic the characteristics of the EAB’s destruction. The panel is adorned with a font that mimics the signs of infestation and illustrates the relentless assault this tiny creature is causing.

The text is rendered in midnight black, creating a deliberate contrast to that of which it lies—a dialogue between organic and artificial. The word “Quarantine” is displayed as the focal point of the panel to demonstrate a literal interpretation of ‘quarantine on ash’. As viewers engage with the panel they confront the dual forces. Nature’s vulnerabilities and humanity’s impact.

The box stands as a tangible representation of the method of infestation. It symbolizes not only containment, but also the globalized trade that facilitated the EAB’s journey in the first place. Its worn and gritty appearance mirrors the ecological (and economic) damages caused by this innocuous-seeming insect. On one side of the box, a bright red symbol hints at a potential warning to the destination of the ill-fated crate. The top reads 'destruction' in all bold caps. Something feels off.

Globalization, while propelling forward incredible human progress and prosperity, has also created undeniable disruptions to ecosystems and biodiversity around the globe. The EAB saga serves as just one case study into the larger topic at hand, revealing the unintended consequences of our interconnected world.

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"1000 Trees"

hesart⚡️ — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 04:42:10 GMT

"1000 Trees"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Lightroom [2020]

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"Pingtan Island Farms"

hesart⚡️ — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:58:58 GMT

"Pingtan Island Farms"

DJI Mavic Pro 2, Adobe Lightroom. [2021]

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