Overview
‘Photography has taken me out of my comfort zone, led me around the world, connected me with people, opportunities and helped unlock creativity within me that I never knew existed,’ so describes one of the youngest ever videogame art director’s new-found passion. Born in Edinburgh, educated in computer arts at Dundee’s University of Abertay (a cauldron of videogame talent), transplanted to Canada to work at Ubisoft at the age of 25, Liam Wong was always destined to produce eye-catching work of substance and originality. His videogame work took him for the first time to Tokyo, where he discovered the ethereality of floating worlds and lurid allure of its nocturnal scenes. ‘I got lost in the beauty of Tokyo at night,’ he explains.
When an opportunity to take a break from his design work presented itself, he picked up his camera and headed to Japan in 2015. Through the combination of self-taught camera work, the influence of creative masters such as Syd Mead and Hideo Kojima, his videogame designer’s eye and the development of his own software techniques, he created images that render Tokyo’s particular nightlife in a surreal form all his own.
His visions have earned him global attention from international news outlets, and legions of fans across social media, the videogame world, photographers and designers alike. TO:KY:OO captures a unique body of work by a uniquely talented artist and designer.
lucicarboserra
Can’t wait to have this piece of art on my hands. I’m a huge fan of your work since the very begining and I’m so happy for you. Congrats and keep up with it! <3
marcus_vi
Hey Liam! Huge fan here from Brazil. I tried on Instagram, but I’ll post here too.
I already pledged one “Book + signed Poster” copy, but I’m really inclined to get “The Work”Pledge too. So my question is: what is the content of the workshop with you?
Thank you for your work!!!
Liam Wong Creator
Hi Marcus – I only saw this now so I’m not sure if you managed to get it. I’m keen to chat with the people and discuss their work or interests and then give any tips or advise they see as necessary – if you missed out I am looking to do a more general YouTube account this year.
tsukitenicela
Long time follower on insta, just saw the posting about the book and immediately backed a limited edition. I cannot wait to see it. Congrats on the book. I look forward to more awesome photos in the future 🙂
Liam Wong Creator
Thank you so much for the support!!
shnoogy
All the way from dystopian Israel, I wanted to congratulate you on creating this book. looking forward to getting it 🙂
awesome work mate.
Liam Wong Creator
Thank you @shnoogy! Been a long time coming but glad it’s finally near!
d_kurzawa
i made a decision to back it in 5 minutes after i saw the info. Cannot wait to get my copy.
Liam Wong Creator
Thank you kindly! I’m excited to finally be able to put it out there!
stefano.tetsuo
I’m happy to contribute to this, and very excited to see how it will take shape.
Liam Wong Creator
Thanks so much for backing it! Looking forward to sharing more updates soon.
pevangelista
Im so psyched and cannot wait to get my limited edition. I was hoping from the very beginning that you would create a book, and it’s an honor to contribute to it. <3
Liam Wong Creator
Thank you bud! I’ll make sure you get something extra special!