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SUMMARY:Rona Hu: Ray of Light
DESCRIPTION:The tumultuous year of 2022 with a pandemic\, lockdowns\, inflation\, economic downturn\, the Russo-Ukrainian War\, and more headwinds have left us trapped in a dark and dismal void. We cannot help but wonder how much longer to wait before we catch a ray of hope? \nThe Rotunda of the Exchange Square in Central will soon be transformed into a time tunnel that resembles a kaleidoscope. Mesmerising passers-by with its reflection and refraction of light and optical illusions\, it guides visitors into the inner world of contemporary artist Rona Hu during her creative retreat under the pandemic. The Ray of Light exhibition is an extension of Kaleidoscope\, Rona’s solo exhibition held at the Hong Kong Arts Centre in 2017. The Kaleidoscope series opened a new chapter in her artistic creation\, reflecting a multitude of perspectives through the kaleidoscope effect\, and revealing the diversity and infinite changes of the world. The abundance of beauty in her works has remained a constant\, unleashing a trove of emotive possibilities and interpretations. \nThis solo exhibition will be held in the Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, Central from 20th December. Featuring 28 prominent works by Rona Hu\, including 19 oil paintings and 9 sculptures\, showcasing her recent artistic journey. Titled Ray of Light\, Rona aspires to bring a long-lost positive energy to the audience. From the chapters named ‘The World’\, ‘The Plight’\, ‘Love’\, and ‘Light’\, she shares how she views challenges throughout life as opportunities for self-growth and draws strength from love to overcome all adversities. Using an apple as a motif throughout the series\, she inspires us to find delight in simple things\, wherein compared to René Magritte’s mysterious green apple\, Rona’s is more relevant to the current social climate. \nRona Hu is a contemporary artist with a distinctive character. Having worked\, studied\, and lived in multiple countries\, her unique East-meets-West vision is ingrained deeply in her series of works. With delicate observations of the pulse of the times\, she expresses the simple beauty of life. Through the flamboyant colours\, smooth contour\, and wholehearted emotions in Rona’s diaristic art – we are reminded to appreciate the loveliness in life. When appreciating the ordinary moments in daily life portrayed by Rona’s paintings and sculptures\, one can feel her sincere enthusiasm for life itself cast off the canvases in warm rays of sunlight. \nWhen Rona met with curator William Fong at the beginning of the year\, she articulated that\, ‘This is an extension of my Kaleidoscope series\, in hopes of documenting my strong conviction for the future. Although we cannot change the landscape ahead\, we can adjust our state of mind. Even if we may not see the brilliance of colours now\, as long as we keep moving forward\, there will be light ahead.’
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/rona-hu-ray-of-light/
LOCATION:The Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, Central and Western\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Painting,Sculpture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221031
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SUMMARY:On My Own Terms – Self-Taught Artists
DESCRIPTION:Hongkong Land is committed to bringing art to the wider public of Hong Kong through supporting local artists to showcase their talent and encouraging positive\, creative mindsets among audience. From 31st October\, Hongkong Land will host On My Own Terms — Self- Taught Artists\, a show involving five artists who do not have any formal training. They are passionate individuals who have bravely embarked on the journey to pursue art; developing their signature style and showcasing their unique creations on their own terms. The exhibition aims to push the boundaries of established norms in the art world and to inspire the audience to pursue their own artistic aspirations. \nOn My Own Terms — Self-Taught Artists features 30 works spanning across photography\, painting\, sculpture\, moving images and installations. Filipino documentary photographer Xyza Cruz Bacani depicts the subtle moments that show daily life in Wanchai in her photographs; street photographer KC Kwan takes the audience on a journey through the “dark side” of the hustle-and-bustle in Kowloon as seen through his lens; upcycling artist Cheng Sheng uses found objects and professional art materials in his paintings and sculptures; pioneering Hong Kong video artist Ellen Pau discusses the materialisation of the electronic image through her video work; and bamboo sculptor Louis To Wun reinterprets classical Chinese and Western art techniques to create contemporary paintings and bamboo sculptures of monumental scale. The show will run from 31st October to 12th November 2022 at The Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, in Central\, and all visitors will enjoy free admission.
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/on-my-own-terms-self-taught-artists/
LOCATION:The Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, Central and Western\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Painting,Photography,Sculpture
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SUMMARY:Transcending the Gongbi Tradition: Contemporary Hong Kong Fine-Brush Painters
DESCRIPTION:Hongkong Land launched Transcending the Gongbi Tradition: Contemporary Hong Kong Fine-Brush Painters\, a presentation curated by Dr Chen Fong-fong that brings together nine established and emerging local artists: Brian Chan Kwan-lok\, Sam Cheng Tan- shan\, Cherie Cheuk Ka-wai\, Eunice Cheung Wai-man\, Barbara Choi Tak-yee\, Sue Lai Kwan-ting\, Jess Leung Lai-man\, Joey Leung Ka-yin and Wilson Shieh Ka-ho. The 31 works by these nine artists recreated landscapes\, flowers\, birds and figures through traditional gongbi painting techniques\, showcasing a dynamic interpretation of the city’s cultural symbols. \nThe display will be hosted from 26th April to 22nd May 2022 at The Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, in Central\, and all visitors will enjoy free admission. To provide an additional opportunity for members of the public to appreciate these exquisite works\, a virtual display will run in parallel with the physical one starting from 27th April 2022. \nTranscending the Gongbi Tradition encourages local practices of traditional fine-brush paintings while reflecting on the development of gongbi from its peak to present. It explores the integration of new and traditional forms as well as the rejuvenation of traditional gongbi through experimentation with new subjects\, presentations and artistic thinking. Short videos of two participating artists demonstrating the gongbi technique with bird-and-flower paintings will be screened. In addition\, for visitors who are curious about the equipment used in this delicate art medium\, a toolbox containing brushes\, Chinese ink and pigments favoured by gongbi artists will also be showcased.
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/transcending-the-gongbi-tradition-contemporary-hong-kong-fine-brush-painters/
LOCATION:The Rotunda\, Exchange Square\, Central and Western\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Ink & Drawing
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