Benjamin Tong

About

Benjamin Tong (b. 2000) is a British-born artist, based in London, with Hong Kong roots. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, he is currently pursuing an MA in Sculpture at the Royal College of Art.

His work explores the concept of the Grotesque Sublime. A duality that contrasts and connects the divine imagery and out-of-body experiences of the Sublime with the unsettling and horrific elements of the Grotesque. This interplay creates tension between beauty and discomfort, drawing the viewer into his layered, multi-sensory narratives.

Tong examines themes of space, religion, war, nature, folklore, and horror through a multi-faceted approach. He plays with the contrasts of transcendence and immanence, crafting work that feels simultaneously otherworldly and grounded in visceral, material realities.