WHAT The French May Art Festival was founded in 1993, and is one of the largest art and cultural events in Asia, hosting over 120 events from May to June each year: from traditional to contemporary art, painting to design, and classical music to hip-hop. It aims to present the best creative experiences for their…
WHAT Conceived and realised as a large-scale interdisciplinary art installation by internationally acclaimed visual artist, Jennifer Wen Ma, a stunning immersive sculptural landscape is created through a fusion of innovative and cutting-edge contemporary techniques. The artist's honeycomb-structured paper sculpture technique combines laser cutting with traditional Chinese art forms, philosophy, and aesthetic theory and practice, such…
WHAT 'SerendiCity' is a media arts festival that offers an exciting series of free, avant-garde multi-sensory experiences, commissioned for specific sites around the district. Taking place indoors and outdoors and across different locations (including online), it features large-scale immersive experiential installations, interactive art, performances, games, and web shows that discuss new perspectives on technology, art,…
WHAT The renowned Taiwanese sculptor (b.1938) was trained as a woodcarver, apprenticed to Lee Chinchuan as a teenager. He developed his skill and applied it to a range of media, including bronze, styrofoam, ceramics, and stainless steel. His most famous series, ‘Tai Chi’, has been exhibited in many countries, and is well-received by both art…
WHAT The Italian artist was commissioned to create prestigious mural projects in Hong Kong during the 1960s and 70s. This exhibition features a selection of works completed by the artist in Hong Kong, including a photo-essay by Hong Kong photographer, William Furniss, about Casadei’s public art installations in Statue Square and Mei Foo Sun Chuen.…
WHO UMAG WHAT The antiques exhibition traces the evolution of blue-and-white ceramics by displaying a series of porcelain works across the Yuan (1271-1368), Ming (1368-1644), and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties, during which time they gained huge popularity. Audiences have the chance to explore the evolution of this beautiful colour scheme, which has always been popular around…
WHAT As part of Swire Properties Arts Month, this contemporary art exhibition debuts 12 one-of-a-kind stone sculptures created by Hong Kong-based French artist, Polo Bourieau. Known for his monumental sculptures, Bourieau draws inspirations from Chinese scholars' rocks, the abundance of stone deposits formed by the forces of nature, and the aesthetics of architecture created by…
WHAT Street Art emerged in Europe in the 1970s, and developed in the 80s and 90s with the Hip hop movement. As a collaboration between HKwalls and the European Union National Institutions for Culture (EUNIC), four amazing artists from Czech Republic, Germany, France, and Italy come together to each realise a wall during the festival.…
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 The Dutch artist was first inspired by a world map and a rubber duck to create his giant inflatable Rubber Duck installation, which he then took on a world tour in 2007. Starting from the Netherlands, his Rubber Duck travelled to twelve locations across four continents before making its way to Hong Kong in…
WHAT Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the exhibition of authentic and original Hong Kong neon signs takes place on Tai Kwun’s Laundry steps. These iconic signs have been restored and conserved for public viewing. At the same time, in the Block 01 Duplex Studio, the immense skills of Hong Kong’s neon masters are on display in…
WHAT The American cartoonist and animator (b.1994) is known for his humorous illustrations and animations that often touch on social and political issues. As the artist’s first solo exhibition worldwide, the immersive colourful cyber presentation is divided into four ‘amusement park’ themed chapters, with 43 representative animation works produced since 2017. Meanwhile, several short films…
WHAT This is the third international art event aimed at congregating global creative forces in the following four months across the city. Showcased at the festival over this period are 30 art exhibitions presenting both modern and contemporary masterpieces by over 200 artists from more than 20 countries, the main venue being the Macau Museum…
WHAT Cutting-edge light projection, digital art, virtual reality, and hologram technology transport visitors into the fascinating world of late 15th century Italian master, Leonardo da Vinci! As part of Art Macao or the Macao International Art Biennale, the exhibition offers a multi-sensory immersive experience combining art and technology. Featuring 10 spaces, including ‘The Genius of…
WHAT Presented by Artelli, ARTOX Group, and Pearl Lam Galleries as a part of the Macao International Art Biennale, the globally-recognised British artist's first ever showcase in Macau is a world premiere of original works, accompanied by interactive installations and a live performance by the artist. Featuring 24 reinterpretations of classic Disney pictures with the…
WHAT The 7th Jing'an International Sculpture Project (JISP) is a remarkable exhibition showcasing the works of 28 artists from China and abroad. The public exhibition boasts a total of 42 installations, featuring renowned artists such as German sculptor and visual artist Katinka Bock, Spanish artist Juan Garaizabal, French avant-garde artist Jean-Marie Appriou, the artistic duo…
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…
WHO Joana Vasconcelos WHAT As one of the highly anticipated programmes of Swire Properties Arts Month 2024, two site-specific monumental installations by the Portuguese artist are showcased. ‘Enchanted Forest’ and ‘Valkyrie Seondeok’ respond to the city and the community, inviting dialogue on themes such as the empowerment of women, consumerism, and personal and societal identity.…
