Photographer Benjamin Von Wong: https://www.vonwong.com/
For award-winning artist and activist Benjamin Von Wong, it’s the people and the process that shape his work, with technology merely playing a supporting role.
“The process of living life and solving problems is often more interesting than a final product,” says Von Wong. “In a world where content is abundant, context is important because it creates a shared sense of humanity.”
Von Wong’s photography and activism focuses largely on environmental and sustainability issues such the impacts of ocean plastics, fast fashion, and electronic waste. “Art is a tool that can close the gap between the heart and the mind and make us better people,” he says. “I don’t create for myself. I create to accomplish something in service to others.”
Type up the answers to these questions after watching the video.
1. How did Von Wong get started in photography?
2. What was Von Wong's first paid photo gig?
3. What kind of "creative" things Von Wong do in his photography....list at least 4 things he tried.
4. What photo shoot was Von Wong's first viral hit?
5. What is the current focus of Von Wong's photo work?
