Photos: Masks hold images of COVID-19 pandemic
He has crafted more than 170 masks inspired by the pandemic
Last updated:
2 MIN READ
1/14
In one of Edmond Kok's creations, a 3D visualization of a spiky coronavirus bursts out of a face mask.
AP
2/14
Another mask uses a plastic takeout container to remind people of the environmental cost of food deliveries.
AP
3/14
A design inspired by a Thai temple symbolizes people missing their favorite holiday destinations because of travel restrictions.
AP
4/14
A Hong Kong actor and costume designer, Kok has had little theater work during the pandemic but found creative opportunity in the now-ubiquitous face mask.
AP
5/14
He has crafted more than 170 masks inspired both by the pandemic and Hong Kong's political problems.
AP
6/14
They're not worn as illness prevention but as pieces of art.
AP
7/14
A mock gloved hand covers one mask, illustrating the struggle to express one's voice freely.
AP
8/14
A security camera represents a fear of surveillance, and eyeballs, a fear of being watched or censored.
AP
9/14
"I really want to document different things that happened in our lives," he said.
AP
10/14
After the pandemic ends, Kok hopes he and others will revisit their experiences through his masks.
AP
11/14
He has posted photos of them on Instagram and other social media platforms.
AP
12/14
A face mask covered in blue artificial flowers which he made on Valentine's Day this February.
AP
13/14
Face masks are seen on the table in studio by Edmond Kok, a Hong Kong theater costume designer and actor.
AP
14/14
Edmond Kok is making a face mask at his studio.
AP
Related Topics:
Sign up for the Daily Briefing
Get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox
Up Next
