WHO Myonghi Kang WHAT The Korean artist (b.1947) is known for her vibrant cosmic paintings that project a powerful call to reconnect with the natural world. Taking inspiration from esteemed masters such as J.M.W. Turner, Gustave Courbet, and Paul Cézanne, while embracing the spirit of traditional Chinese painters, Kang's art transcends the boundaries of time…
WHO Wifredo Lam WHAT The late Cuban-born artist (1902-1982) represents both the synergy and conflict born out of the merging of multiple cultural traditions, with his mother of Afro-Spanish heritage and his father of Cantonese roots. Consisting of a selection of significant paintings and accompanied by prints and personal memorabilia, the retrospective covers a range…
WHO Gerhard Richter, Sean Scully WHAT Curated by esteemed art historian Joachim Pissarro, this groundbreaking showcase pays tribute to the pair of artists, bringing together a selection of their finest paintings and works on paper. The exhibition explores the artists' unique approaches to painting and abstraction, revealing the physical and metaphysical aspects of their works.…
WHO Liu Xiaohui WHAT This is the Chinese artist’s first solo exhibition in Hong Kong, showcasing 20 sets of oil and tempera paintings. Flowers and plants featured include lilies, red and white hibiscus, hydrangea, and roses, and many of the works were created during the artist’s residency at the gallery last year. They combine the…
WHO Wataru Yamakami WHAT The Japanese artist’s (b.1981) first exhibition in Hong Kong takes place across both Art Central and the gallery, revolving around themes such as ‘proliferation and transformation’, ‘connection of boundaries’, and ‘exploration of connection points’. Since childhood, For the artist, creating artworks lets him connect himself with the reality of the present.…
WHO Naiza Khan WHAT The third solo exhibition of British-Pakistani artist (b.1968) is a presentation of new oil paintings, drawings and brass reliefs that focus on the changes imposed on bodies of water throughout colonial history. Created in the past two years, each work appears as multi-layered diagrams and maps, a result of the artist’s…
WHO Renato Nicolodi WHAT The Belgian artist seeks to evoke a universal sacrality in his works. The solo exhibition features a combination of work on paper, a video piece, acrylic paintings on canvas, and monumental concrete sculptures. His sculptures and monochromatic paintings imagine spaces with corridors, archways, colonnades and stairs leading to closed-off passage-ways. His…
WHO Yang Bodu WHAT The Beijing-based contemporary Chinese artist’s second solo exhibition at the gallery transports viewers into enigmatic sanctuaries of expansive interiors and architectural marvels. The 8 atmospheric paintings highlight moments of theatricality and an ‘abstract atmosphere’. The title of the exhibition references the final moment of life's embrace, encapsulating the intertwining elements of…
WHO Izumi Kato WHAT The well-known Japanese artist (b.1969) is known for depicting haunting humanoid figures referencing Kodama - tree spirits seen in Japanese animé, bearing qualities reminiscent of fictional extra- terrestrial beings. His exhibition showcases his latest explorations in paintings and sculptures of this familiar motif. Another recurring theme is dualism: his figures are…
WHO Yan Pei-Ming WHAT From the beginning of his career, the France-based Shanghai-born contemporary artist (b.1960) has stood out for his interest in the human figure and portraiture. Known for his monochromatic portraits of historical figures such Mao Zedong, the Buddha, the Pope, and Bruce Lee, he also explores personal themes through self-portraits and depictions…
WHO Wolfgang Tillmans WHAT The exhibition is the German photographer’s (b.1968) first exhibition in Hong Kong since 2018, and marks his 5th show with the gallery. His diverse body of work is distinguished by observation of his surroundings and an ongoing investigation of the photographic medium’s foundations. The exhibition brings together a wide range of…
WHO Glenn Ligon WHAT Best known for his text-based paintings, the New York-based American conceptual artist’s first solo exhibition in Hong Kong features his renowned ‘Stranger’ paintings, a new abstract series called ‘Static’, and untitled drawings on Kozo paper. Ligon's use of excerpts from James Baldwin's influential essay 'Stranger in the Village' explores the politics…
WHO Maggi Hambling WHAT The exhibition marks the first solo exhibition by the controversial British artist (b.1945) in Asia since her museum retrospectives in China 5 years ago. Known for her spirit of rebellion, her work remains a reflection of and draws inspiration from people, places, and her identity as a pioneering artist with a…
WHO Louise Giovanelli WHAT As the first solo exhibition in Hong Kong by the British artist, the presentation delves into the interplay between representation and materiality, as well as figuration and abstraction. Her works explore the depth and history of painting as a system of representation, offering a compelling exploration of the medium's significance. WHY…
WHO Movana Chen WHAT The latest exhibition by the Hong Kong artist showcases her meticulous archival of written communications from loved ones over three decades. She transformed a collection of over 180 hand-written letters (sent to her between 1989 and 2023) into three-dimensional visceral sculptural forms, offering an exploration of the power and significance of…
