WHAT M+’s anchor exhibition contains over 500 pieces, covering a multitude of different creative genres encompassing furniture design, architecture, and graphic design. The purpose is to showcase the variety of objects within these genres that have been impactful in Asia and around the world over the past century. Curatered by Ikko Yokoyama and Shirley Surya,…
WHAT At its outdoor space, the museum presents two local Hong Kong artists as they reimagine the harbour through two sets of large-scale public art installations. Harnessing their different practices, both approach the project using different mediums and with different outcomes, with Chan using mosaic tiles, wood, steel, and fibreglass; and Tsoi using stainless steel,…
WHAT ‘Everyone’s personality is unique, and so are the characteristics of different artworks.’ For this exhibition, the museum handpicked almost 100 pieces from their four core collections, categorising them into four different personality traits. Additionally, Hong Kong artist, Joey Leung, presents corresponding hand-painted custom characters for the pieces. Each exhibition zone also has its own…
WHAT The group show is a showcase of 90 pieces of Gangcai artworks containing both traditional and contemporary elements, presented by 8 Hong Kong Gangcai artists. The diverse cultural medium of porcelain painting came out of Guangzhou as ‘Guangcai’ and was developed into the Hong Kong artform ‘Gangcai’. The local artists strive to spark interest…
WHAT The exhibition visually examines the styles and practices of contemporary Chinese art since the 1990s. Though the inaugural exhibition of the collection (launched when the museum opened in late 2021) was organised through a chronological, socio-political lens, this second chapter is based around the cultural identities of the artists. It surveys how artists reconsidered…
WHAT Born into an artistic family in Shanghai in 1936, the respected artist is a master of ‘Eastern Expressionism’ and steadily continues to create art well into his 90s. In this retrospective, 48 of his works are showcased; the exhibition consists of nine sketches from the 1970s, as well as 39 paintings from recent years.…
WHAT The exhibition focuses on the critical contributions of departed artists who had a significant influence on Hong Kong’s art scene from the 1960s to 90s. Featuring an enriching collection of over 20 paintings and sculptures, it provides a thoughtful compilation of archival material, casting a retrospective lens on an era of Hong Kong’s art…
WHAT Curated by Celia Ho, this is the first major institutional solo exhibition of the artist duo in Asia. The exhibition features all-new commissions including an hour-long experimental documentary film, large-scale drawings on handmade paper, a site-specific installation, and a 16mm stop motion animated film. The exhibition is accompanied by public programmes including lectures, discussion…
WHAT The exhibition is a solo show of the latest works by the renowned Hong Kong digital media artist. The exhibition combines film, video, and digital new media with themes from Chinese classical philosophy, art, and literature. Showcasing three iconic creations, with flowers and Chinese characters as the main themes, it also features a meditative…
WHAT The Japanese artist’s debut exhibition at the gallery and in Hong Kong celebrates tribal cultures, and features a series of paintings and works on paper. It serves as a visual gateway into the distinctive traditions, beliefs, and ways of living of the tribes. The artist skilfully encapsulates the historical legacy of the Ainu people…
WHAT This exhibition takes you on a journey through the enchanting city of Venice during the Renaissance, a cultural hub that brought together merchants, voyagers, scholars and artists from all over the world. It showcases pieces from the world-renowned collection of the Uffizi, featuring works by Titian, Giorgione, Tintoretto, and Veronese. In addition to these…
WHAT The Hong Kong artist is known for exploring history and culture through installations, photographs, videos, texts, and found objects, representing Hong Kong at the Venice Biennale in 2001. His latest site-specific installation features vintage Venetian glass lamps that he has collected, which emit flickering light; they are accompanied by a sound track recorded by…
WHAT The group exhibition celebrates the 7th anniversary of the gallery, with a diverse exhibition featuring 17 global artists who have been following the gallery since 2016. This year, the artistic offerings are expanded to include mediums such as sculpture, collage, and etching, alongside a display of 18th-century French furniture and decorative arts from Paris'…
WHAT The solo exhibition of the acclaimed Thai contemporary artist offers a retrospective of his artistic practice spanning two decades. It showcases wall-hangings and sculptural pieces, as well as an ongoing workshop for refugees in Thailand. His works break free from conventional craft and the lineage of Western modernism in textile and fibre art, and…
WHAT The Thai artist is one of Southeast Asia’s leading contemporary artists working primarily in the textile medium, and his latest exhibition is a presentation of a series of five tapestried installations, each assembled by stitching uniforms gathered from workers in the service industry in Thailand. Uniforms have consistently played a significant role in the…
WHAT This is a solo exhibition featuring a dynamic body of new works by the respected Hong Kong artist, from ink and mixed media paintings to an immersive video installation and 3D-print sculptures. Inspired by Chinese landscape painting and the concept of Taoism, the artist's works transcend traditional formats, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.…
WHAT The renowned German artist’s second solo show at the gallery’s Hong Kong location is a presentation of new paintings, following his 2021 exhibition at the New York location. Widely celebrated as one of the most influential figurative painters working today, the artist is known for richly-coloured and elaborate paintings that contain a repertoire of…
WHAT The immersive gallery presentation showcases the works of Mr. Doodle, aka British artist, Sam Cox. It explores the intergalactic adventures of beloved Doodles such as Mr. Doodle, Mrs. Doodle, and Baby Doodle – elaborate maze-like scenes of black and white – and dynamic character sketches brought to life in vibrant colour from various shapes…
WHAT This exhibition presents the intriguing work of the young Hong Kong artist, in his second solo show at the gallery. Comprising new paintings from four distinct oil series, he continues his exploration into the essence of emptiness and the void, emphasising the manipulation of light and space. The paintings often depict spaces illuminated by…
WHAT The exhibition explores the intersection of art and environment, seen through the eyes of the Spanish-born Belgium-based artist (b.1968). Taking on the alter-ego of Straatman (‘man of the street’) and venturing into different environments - both natural and urban - he creates paintings that absorb and reflect the atmosphere of these environments. For this…
WHAT The fifth solo exhibition featuring the innovative works of the Brazilian artist and photographer is a showcase of his new pieces, which delve into concepts of perception, reality, representation, and materiality. Drawing inspiration from iconic works by Cubist and 20th-century masters, he employs a hybrid technique of photographing handcrafted, three-dimensional elements and reprocessing them…
WHAT Jointly-organised by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the National Gallery (London), the exhibition is a showcase of 52 masterpieces spanning over 400 years - the first showcase of the National Gallery's prestigious painting collection in Hong Kong. It features works dating from the 15th to the early 20th century, covering significant turning points…
WHAT The exhibition showcases the works of the late Dutch-born, Belgian artist (1921-2012), whose technique of layering paint culminates in canvases that are sculptural in nature. From a career that began from figuration and cubist geometric abstraction, his style veers towards the abstract. His creative process involves building up layers, demonstrating the fusion of artistic…
WHAT The exhibition is inspired by the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens and the Hong Kong artist's exposure to Dutch and Japanese colonial histories during a residency in Taiwan. A thoughtful exploration featuring urban landscapes, memorial gardens, and local flora, the presentation showcases a new series titled ‘Tree Portraits’, reflecting the artist's fascination with…
WHAT Co-curated by Arthur de Villepin and Olivier Kaeppelin, this is the first presentation of the Australian-born American painter in Hong Kong. Carroll's work is characterised by a quiet visual language, subtle colouring, and inconspicuous materials, which reflect his search for belonging and his desire to slow down and observe the world around him. The…
WHAT The title of the exhibition derives from the concept of serendipity, or finding joy by chance, encapsulating the contemporary Korean artist’s fascination with ordinary objects and spaces that evoke strong emotions. From vintage market finds to everyday items on a desk, the paintings featuring these objects manifest his unique universe, personal experiences, and emotions.…
WHAT The Paris-based artist (b.1986) is known for his surreal figurative sculptures that combine archaic and futuristic worlds. His debut solo exhibition in Hong Kong evokes archaic forms and are inspired by contemporary, but also mythological and futuristic worlds. His works are often crafted from the very modern material of aluminium, which he expands upon…
WHAT The exhibition is a dual presentation between Camille Levert (b.1974), a photographer and collage artist known for pushing the boundaries of photography in 3-dimensional forms; and Cedrix Crespel (b.1974), an artist incorporating the genres of design, interior design, photography, and painting. Both artists bring their unique perspectives to create a multi-media exhibition that showcases…
WHAT The exhibition draws inspiration from American photographer, Diane Arbus, and challenges traditional assumptions about the creation of art. It highlights the artist’s ceramic learning experience, where understanding porcelain as a material can only be achieved through repetitive work that seems boring, calling into question the very nature of art-making and opening up new dimensions…
WHAT The solo exhibition marks the first presentation of works by the China-based artist (b.1973), whose work is characterised by a playful rebellion against conventional forms. Drawing inspiration from everyday life and challenging traditional boundaries, the exhibition presents a unique blend of classical and grassroots visual representations, displaying a diverse range of calligraphy styles that…
WHAT The exhibition is a joint presentation between William and his wife, Lavina, who makes her debut in a gallery show. Completing 1 flower painting every month, the series of 12 works documents William’s changing moods and emotions through 2023, and is complemented by 3 larger family paintings and a collection of sketches on boarding…
WHAT The Japanese sculptor’s works are infused with solitary visions and moments, turning vague images in his mind into tangible beings for others to observe, imagine, and perceive: Silent and bulging heads, figures with their arms raised like praying figures, monumental middle figures extended upwards, anthropomorphic vases, children, animals, soils, and bronzes. His work blurs…
