"Crossroads" is a journey from East to West, from past to present, represented by two series of monumental works depicting the vast landscapes of Xinjiang Province," Silk Road" and "Temptation".

In Silk Road, Chen Kiagang's phenomenal black and white photographs retracethe ancient path of civilation that established contact between East and West, bearing and coexistence of diverse cultures. Carrying special permits for access to the most remote regions, he captured the immensity of the unique scenery using 20 x 24inches black & white negative. From desert to ruins to snow-covered hills, we follow his steps into the void where seasons pass yet has no impact and men are insignificant.

In his color Temptation series, Chen Jiagang encourages the rethinking of "romance". China has experienced drastic changes cince the establishment of People's Republic, and so has the country's women. Through the rise and fall of women's social position, the notion of "romance" is inevitably tainted with that of politics, money and power. Taking inspiration from souvenir photos, Chen Jiagang has transformed the quotidian snapshots of travel and leisure into exquisite artworks with a contemplative connotation.

In the two series, the extra-large format envelopes the timelessness of the breathtaking landscapes, enhanced by the sensuality of beautiful women. From their melancholy expressions to delicate silk fabric of the Qipao (traditional Chinese dress), every detail evokes a sense of nostalgia - nostalgia of the past, of the youth, of lust, or romance.

A senior photographer, award-winning architect and former real estate promoter, Chen Jiagang frings this knowledge to the extraordinary landscapes putting them to the gound glass fo a field camera, creating colossal large-scale pictures that are of his signature. This makes the photographs of Chen Jiagang unique in the World.