EVENT DESCRIPTION
WKM Gallery and BELOWGROUND are thrilled to present EDIT, Japanese contemporary artist TIDE’s first solo exhibition in Hong Kong. Spanning two iconic locations, the exhibition will be held at:
• Exclusive preview and showcase at BELOWGROUND from January 15 to 31, 2026
• Main exhibition at WKM Gallery from January 17 to March 7 2026.
At WKM Gallery, EDIT unveils a new series of monochromatic paintings centered on TIDE’s signature cat character, a tender vessel for exploring domestic life, familial bonds, childhood innocence, and the evolving awareness of time.
The presentation expands to BELOWGROUND with an exclusive showcase opening two days earlier, featuring an ambitious 2 meter canvas alongside a series of new paintings. This will be complemented by a special release of limited-edition print and bronze sculpture, created specially for the exhibition and available for purchase exclusively at BELOWGROUND starting January 15.
Venues:
BELOWGROUND
Basement, Landmark
15 Queen’s Road Central
Central, Hong Kong
WKM Gallery
20/F, Coda Designer Centre
62 Wong Chuk Hang Road
Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong
ABOUT THE ARTIST / ORGANISER
TIDE is a contemporary Japanese artist based in Tokyo. His interested in art ignited while reading the manga of Shigeru Mizuki during a stay in Australia, inspiring him to formally embark on his own artistic journey in 2009. TIDE is renowned for his layered paintings, employing both delicate and bold techniques. A recurring motif in his work is a cat character crafted through the composition of painted layers. His pieces simultaneously invite the viewers into a private, intimate emotional realm while reflecting the inner anxieties and chaos of the outside world. Influenced by the 19th century "Intimism" art movement, TIDE's paintings depict familiar domestic interiors. However, he updates these settings to modern contexts with enigmatic imagery that weaves individual narratives. His works juxtapose feelings of comforting warmth alongside alarming disquiet through conflicting emotional states within the same scene. Through his evocative paintings, characterised by built-up textures and themes of duality, TIDE explores the relationship between inner emotions and outer reality, offering a perspective on modern urban life in Tokyo. He creates immersive artistic spaces that encourage audiences to contemplate the balance between intimacy and uncertainty.
