The Ghosts series

Self-isolation in Lihong's own room has been a recurring theme in her diary. The Ghosts Series was inspired by the artist’s 14 days exploration of her bedroom when she was quarantined in her own home in China due to the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020. Through depictions of her used and accumulated everyday items, the artist strives to portray her personal 'presence' in a particular space that may be termed ‘home’. Lihong uses a transparent shape that obliterates all interior details to depict this category of objects, while keeping an identifiable exterior. This series intends to conjure up memories and feelings associated with the artist’s intimate space. She explored the emotional connection between everyday objects and the occupant(the artist herself). Particularly, she explored the special significance of everyday objects that suggest the artist's presence and absence at a certain time.

Displayed in a group exhibition - "My House Is An Island", 2020.
Private domestic setting, Vauxhall, London.

Exhibited in a group exhibition- "Anchor", 2021
Arthill Gallery, London, W14 9NU

Exhibited in the duo PhD exhibition- "Secret Heim", 2022
Triangle space, Chelsea College of Arts, London,SW1P 4JU