Zhao Renhui’s work is based on the concept of doubt and uncertainty and in his work, he tests to the limit the principles behind the dissemination of knowledge. A large part of his practice tries to resists the false naturalisation of beliefs and circumstances.

He has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions including at The Singapore Art Museum, Jendela (Singapore), The Substation (Singapore), Fukouka Art Museum (Japan), Photo Levallois (Paris), Seoul Arts Center (Korea), The Arts Gallery (London). His work has also been awarded The Deustche Bank Award in Photography in London (2011), The United Overseas Bank Painting of the Year Award (2009), Sony World Photography Awards at Cannes, 2010  and 2011; honorable mentions in Photo Levallois (France, 2008) and Prix Voies Off (France, 2010). In 2010, he was awarded The Young Artist Award by the Singapore National Arts Council.