Once upon a time, in a far-away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — […]
Once upon a time, in a far-away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — […]
This exhibition, titled "Some Stories", features a variety of works that includes photography, drawing, animation and video. Four alumni artists explore their shaping moments, either express their personal thoughts and states, or connect their personal experiences with the conditions of the times, presenting visual forms to their specific stories and the meaning they contain.
Throughout the history of time, when humans have faced inexplicable phenomena, ghosts and monsters are imagined due to their inner anxiety and uncertainty. Related urban tales and weird tales are accordingly emerged. Every place in the world has its own ghost stories. Although yokai may only exist in people's imagination, these supernatural beings undoubtedly reflect […]
Hong Kong Arts Centre Open Day 2024 presents a full day of diverse art journey. It includes a series of exhibitions, performances, film screenings, workshops, and experiential activities, allowing you to indulge in the pleasures of interdisciplinary performances, visual arts, music, and film within a single day. It marks a fulfilling conclusion to the exciting […]
The World Map from Hong Kong showcases Elaine Chiu's latest series of paintings and drawings that explore the post-COVID urban landscapes in Hong Kong. The experience of lockdown towards the pandemic urged an artistic reflection upon unity and balance. Here, Elaine imagines a new order and balance on her canvases, attempting to find solutions by […]
A teenager is at death’s door after her botched abortion, and a priest hopes to perform the last rites. Yet Ruth, the doctor in charge, refuses this request out of medical concerns. The incident goes viral and becomes a hot topic on social media, with many clamouring for the hospital to make an official response. […]
Movie posters are important visual glossaries in the film industry. An effective movie poster not only bears the emotions and messages associated with the story, but also sparks audiences' interest and imagination. In the 1980s to 1990s, the Hong Kong film industry flourished, and numerous posters of popular movies at that time were designed by […]
Music is intertwined with human emotions. It evokes emotional resonance by delicately depicting our affective responses and sensory feedback. A lively melody paints light footsteps and an unbridled heartbeat, lifting the spirits of the listeners. In contrast, a gentle movement illustrates steady footsteps and clear thoughts, bringing tranquillity to the mind. Music also symbolises the […]
Dave CHOW Yui-wang’s solo exhibition "Vroom Vroom" explores the nature of the sculpture medium, a series of new aesthetic experiments derived from the struggle between danger and protection. The arrangement of the exhibition starts with the geometric structure of the Hong Kong Arts Centre designed by Tao Ho and extends to the experimental gallery, presenting […]
To celebrate 25 years of partnership between the Hong Kong Art School and RMIT, the two institutions are proud to co-present a spectacular exhibition, Closer Together. This exhibition is a testament to relationships formed through collaboration and discussion despite situations of distance or isolation, featuring 15 artists from this community to honour the intimate connections […]
Hong Kong Arts Centre (Comix Home Base) is delighted to launch a book launch exhibition for Hongkong Machines X Cat Mask Boy: Timeless Encounter from 19th December to 29th January 2024. The exhibition will take place at Jockey Club Atrium, G/F to 4/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre, featuring selected comics drawings and the inspiration process […]