For the past two decades Owen Leong has developed a highly personal art practice that spans sculpture, photography, video, and installation. 

Through the lens of his own identity as a queer person of colour, Owen examines the social, political, and cultural forces that impact our lives. Often centring his own body within the frame, Owen has used his practice as a way to locate himself within the world.  

In this conversation, Owen talks about the steely determination he has needed to pursue his career and why his decision to undertake a Master of Fine Art at the University of NSW was viewed as 'somewhat controversial' by his family.  

To view Owen's works of art in Newcastle Art Gallery's collection, visit www.nag.org.au/podcast

Conversations from the Collection is a Newcastle Art Gallery podcast. Find new episodes weekly until Wednesday 14 February 2024. 

Developed by Newcastle Art Gallery 
Hosted & Produced by Zana Kobayashi 
Produced, Edited and Music by Duke's Creations
Research by Tulleah Pearce & Pippa Budge 
Mixed by Sawtooth Studio