Dana Schutz: The Sea and All Its Subjects

David Zwirner Paris 108 rue Vieille du Temple, Paris

WHAT The exhibition of new paintings by the New York-based American artist is her 2nd solo show with the gallery, and follows her major survey presentation at the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris (2023–2024). The presentation of paintings reflects the artist’s ongoing interest in constructing improbable scenarios that function as evocative visual allegories. Often depicting…

James Turrell: Path Taken

Almine Rech Paris - Matignon 18 Avenue Matignon, Paris

WHAT This is the renowned LA-based American artist's 12th exhibition with the gallery, and features a new unique light piece from his ongoing 'Glassworks' series, which began in 2004. In the past, the artist's 'Glassworks' were realised in neon, but for the last 15 years the artist has turned to LED technologies, which allow for…

Günther Förg: Le Moderne

Maison La Roche 10 square du Docteur Blanche, Paris

WHAT Jointly presented by The Fondation Le Corbusier and Almine Rech, the exhibition is a retrospective of the late renowned German artist (1952-2013) across different mediums throughout his career. Initially interested in monochrome paintings in gray and black, the artist continued his research on modernist themes from a postmodern perspective, progressing to large-format photography in…

Voices of the Walls

Blue Lotus Gallery G/F, 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan

WHAT The exhibition of photographs explores the history and visual culture of the infamous Kowloon Walled City in Hong Kong. A remarkable collection that illuminates the stories of its residents, the presentation is a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability; it celebrates the spirit of those who lived there while highlighting the vital role of…

Pop Forever, Tom Wesselmann & …

Fondation Louis Vuitton 8 avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, Paris

WHAT A large-scale group exhibition dedicated to Pop Art, the show is centred around Tom Wesselmann (1931-2004) – one of the leading figures of the movement, which gained momentum as one of the major artistic movements of the 1960s. In addition to a selection of 150 paintings and works in various materials by Wesselmann, it…

ASIA NOW 2024

Monnaie de Paris 11 quai de Conti, Paris

WHAT A fair dedicated to exhibiting artists across different regions around Asia, Asia NOW is a curated platform fostering rich dialogues and deeply engaging programmes. It encompasses a global selection of over 60 galleries showcasing artists and galleries from across Asia, and an ambitious platform dedicated to commissioning site-specific installations, projects, and performances. Get your…

Carole Benzaken

Musée Marmottan 2 rue Louis-Boilly, Paris

WHAT The French artist is known for developing pictorial work that challenges the status of the image, as well as its representation and perception both in the space of the painting and outside it. The exhibition is the 8th edition of the museum's 'Unexpected Dialogues' series, and is a presentation of works by the artist…

Wong Sze Wai: Cabinet of Curiosities

Contemporary by Angela Li G/F, 248 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan

WHAT Featuring the latest body of works from the young Hong Kong artist, the surrealistic exhibition leads audiences into an enigmatic and exploratory realm of wonders and stories. The artist utilises memories, overlooked places, and old objects in the city as cues to shape her own distinctive world. Drawing on the 15th century theme of…

Mika Tajima: Penumbra

Pace Gallery   12/F H Queen's, 80 Queen's Road, Central

WHAT The New York-based artist (b.1975) is known for employing sculpture, painting, media installation, and performance in her conceptual practice. In her first-ever solo show in Hong Kong, a holistic view of her multi-disciplinary practice is presented through 4 bodies of work. This includes her 'Art d'Ameublement' paintings, 'Pranayama' and 'Anima' sculptures, and 'Negative Entropy'…

Ishbel Myerscough: Transhumance

Flowers Gallery   49 Tung Street Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

WHAT Known for her highly detailed and meticulously observed portraits, the English artist (b.1968) delves into the transient nature of life through a series of paintings and drawings created between 2018 and 2024. These works explore the vibrancy of youth, the subtleties of middle age, and life’s impermanence. WHY The artist combines a focused study…

Christie’s HK 20th/21st Century Sale (Nov 2024)

Christie’s 6/F The Henderson, 2 Murray Road, Central

WHAT Christie’s 20th/21st Century Day Sale features an outstanding selection of important works by leading masters of the modern era together with international contemporary artists. The sale preview is from 3 to 9 November at the auction house's new Asia headquarters at The Henderson. An online sale will take place from 5-12 November. WHY Headlining…

William Lim: Fish Wishes

Touch Gallery   201 & 202 Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central

WHAT This is the architect-collector-artist's 2nd solo exhibition with the gallery. The presentation of colourful paintings pays homage to the rich culture of Hong Kong, where auspicious symbols carry profound meanings, representing comfort and blessings; these are reflected in everything from home decorations to social etiquette, showcasing people's aspirations for a beautiful life. The artist…

Wang Gongyi: Selected Works 2020 – 2024

Galerie du Monde (gdm) 108 Ruttonjee House, 11 Duddell Street, Central

WHAT The respected Chinese artist (b.1946) is known for using charcoal to imbue strength in her marks, made against a background of ink, watercolour and acrylic. Presenting 11 important works created between 2020-2024, the artist's 4th exhibition at the gallery features the artist's wild cursive calligraphy and her iconic 'Winsor Blue' series and 'Leaves of…