Sammy Lai (b.1996), born in Hong Kong and currently based in Manchester, UK, embodies maximalism in his paintings and installations, reflecting his belief that abundance creates security. Echoing Ettore Sottsass's sentiment against the stigma of "noise and color," Lai challenges the notion that less is more.
A graduate of Chelsea College of Art (BA Hons) and Hong Kong Baptist University (MA, UGC scholarship), Lai creates intricate 2D and 3D compositions overflowing with organic forms and dynamic movement. Inspired by nature's complexity and his cross-cultural experiences, he fills canvases and spatial installations with a profusion of colors, shapes, and textures.
This visual abundance serves as a comforting cocoon, expressing Lai's conviction that multiplicity offers safety and wholeness. Each piece evolves naturally, embracing chaos that leads to harmony. Lai's Manchester-produced work invites viewers to immerse themselves in rich, detailed environments, finding security in the fullness of artistic expression.
A graduate of Chelsea College of Art (BA Hons) and Hong Kong Baptist University (MA, UGC scholarship), Lai creates intricate 2D and 3D compositions overflowing with organic forms and dynamic movement. Inspired by nature's complexity and his cross-cultural experiences, he fills canvases and spatial installations with a profusion of colors, shapes, and textures.
This visual abundance serves as a comforting cocoon, expressing Lai's conviction that multiplicity offers safety and wholeness. Each piece evolves naturally, embracing chaos that leads to harmony. Lai's Manchester-produced work invites viewers to immerse themselves in rich, detailed environments, finding security in the fullness of artistic expression.
