Li Xinping
Osage Soho, 45 Caine Road, L/G Shop 1, Corner Old Bailey St, Soho, Central, Hong Kong
Until 31 August 2010
A solo exhibition featuring 12 new works by the Beijing based artist. In these recent works, Li Xinping shifts his focus towards the broader theme of science and nature by microscopically examining the miniscule details generated from dissected images and mirrored reflections of warped body parts. In the Tentacle and Image series (2010), vibrant colours and irregular shapes are juxtaposed to create stimulating geometric visuals reminiscent of radiating cells. Other works such as Gust (2009) and Cry Out (2009) retain Li's figural approach to express natural phenomenon and human emotion, with the latter bearing a comical touch within.
Summer Art Exhibition 2010
Asia Fine Art Gallery, Sik On Street, 99 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Until 31 August 2010
An exhibition comprising an exciting mixture of mediums of oil, acrylic, water colours and sculptures by artists from China, Japan, Korea, Myanmar, Vietnam, Indonesia and Hong Kong. Artists include Hu Hui, Liu Ping & He Li Ping - China, Cheri Yeung from Hong Kong; Khin Zaw Latt, Mg Mg Hla Myint, Kyee Myintt Saw, Nann Nann, Khine Minn Soe, Myo Hlaing, Win Pe Myint & Min Wae Aung from Myanmar; Kim Tae Huk from Korea; and Ngo Thanh Nhan from Vietnam.
Honeymoon: Paintings by Yao Jui-chung
Hanart T Z Gallery, Room 202, Henley Building, 5 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong
Until 28 September 2010
An exhibition of new paintings by Taiwanese artist Yao Jui-chung. Yao’s “Honeymoon” series is a continuation of the previous series “Dreamy” (2009) and “Romance” (2009). “Dreamy” Series is a depiction of the longing of middle-aged men for the fleshly pleasures they knew in their youth. He has substituted a hard-tipped drafting pen for a classical brush to create traditional landscape in “Honeymoon” series. Shading with the drafting pen is not done by varying the amount of water but rather by building up lines on the coarse paper, creating a multitude of lines that have a nervous quality which results in a flattening illusion. Yao uses handmade Khadi paper from India instead of traditional thin xuan paper. When gold leaf is used on the surface of this apper it does not appear overly flashy or vulgar, but instead has the natural charm and rustic feel of a shrine mural.
Hong Kong As It Was… - Mak Fung (1918-2009)
Thee Upper Station, 22 Upper Station Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Until 17 October 2010
An exhibition featuring a series of photographic work by Mak Fung- his work reflects the cultural background of Hong Kong, material enjoyment and emotion life.
New Fable II - Solo Exhibition of Yan Ren Kui
Edge Gallery, G/F 60C, Leighton Road, CausewayBay, Hong Kong
Until 30 October 2010
The Golden Era
Plum Blossoms International Ltd, 1 Hollywood Road, G6, Central, Hong Kong
July – August 2010
An exhibition featuring a selection of artworks completed by renowned Chinese ink painters from the late-70s to the mid-90s, an era which many consider to be the great transformation period of contemporary Chinese painting. Artists include Ding Yanyong, Hu Yongkai, Qiu Deshu, Shi Hu, Xiao Ping, Zhu Wei and Wei Dong.
Exhibition of Eunice Wai-man Cheung
Grotto Fine Art, 1 & 2/F 31C-D Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
Summer 2010
Oris And Liu Bolin - Liu Bolin
Galerie du Monde, 108 Ruttonjee Centre, 11 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong
2 – 27 September 2010
The latest series of thought provoking artworks from this internationally acclaimed artist together with the latest collections of watches by Oris. The Swiss watch brand has worked on an exciting project exploring the concept of time with the artist.
Joint Exhibition of Printmaking - Pauline Chan, Liz Lau, Simon Lau
Art Beatus Gallery, 50 Peel Street, Ground Floor, SOHO, Hong Kong
3 – 24 September 2010
Three curious strangers got acquainted with each other at the Hong Kong Open Printshop. Seemingly, they have nothing in common, neither in background nor future goal. They are together and share a common passion for printmaking. Pauline, Liz and Simon have different perspectives and experiences in the past. It is these inherited differences and tensions that helped to stimulate dialogues and exchanges among them and resulted in prints with strong identities and rigors. They will showcase their prints in one space, sharing these sparks with the audience.
Bad Taste - Chen Fei Solo Exhibition
Schoeni Art Gallery, 21 - 31 Old Bailey Street, Central, Hong Kong
3 September – 2 October 2010
Chen Fei’s style is characterised by his tongue in cheek humour, at times bold representations and its “superflat” approach. The combination of colours and patterns – often involving special sequence, composition and minute details – employed by Chen is also notable and unique. Many of Chen Fei’s pieces revolve around his everyday life, which mainly consists of his girlfriend and his dog, as he himself often refers himself as “a family man”.
Intimacy - Carol Lee Mei Kuen
10 Chancery Lane Gallery, G/F 10 Chancery Lane, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong
9 – 30 September 2010
On view are Carol Lee Mei Kuen’s latest works on paper in which she continues her diary journal to reflect her very own philosophy of life. Lee uses a technique called “time painting’, which was originated from the principles of photograms. She places objects onto newsprint papers under the sun, intending to use the portrayal of light to record the passing of time. Newsprint yellows on the surface as time goes by. Patterns of shading and fading are therefore transferred through the objects and ‘projected’ onto the paper. This process produces an astonishing aesthetic effect, creating images described as ‘minimalist, elegant, serious and reflecting’.
At the same time, the artist will launch her new book which documents her capture of time from 2005 until today.
Drama 2000-2010 - Ann Niu
Sin Sin Annex, 53 - 54 Sai Street, Central, Hong Kong
10 September – 8 October 2010
A retrospective exhibition which attempts to review the development of Ann Niu’s artistic life through her dramatic artworks. Working with acrylic, Ann shows her heavy brushwork with swollen and coiling lines on large canvases whereas when working with ink and paper, Ann portraits elegant, fluid, cursive, soft and delicate female figures through her veteran calligraphic brushwork and lines. At the same time, Ann expresses her passionate sentiments through her vibrant and vivid colours. All these contrasts and similarities suggest the diverse personality of Ann developed from her multicultural experiences when living in China, Japan, Korea and the U.S.
Broken Fantasies - Ozawa Sakae
Amelia Johnson Contemporary, G/F 6-10 Shin Hing Street, NoHo, Central, Hong Kong
16 September – 23 October 2010
In her paintings Ozawa Sakae depicts children in innocent pursuits such as fishing or playing in the snow, forests are recreated as magical landscapes, animals such as bears, stags or owls assume human-like composure, splashes of colour in the inky night skies shimmer like fireworks, fireflies or stars. All come together to create playful, joyous and naively enchanting works. It is only through closer inspection that there is a darker side, a sense of unease that pervades the beauty and a feeling that all is not all right in the forest. Sakae’s use of unshaded black as a background colour serves as a perfect foil to the adjoining white and pale colours. The jewel-like colours serve to intensify the sense of fantasy in these unreal landscapes. And it is against these dramatic and bold backdrops that her characters play out their parts. Through her use of colour and magical realism Ozawa Sakae has created works that are both intriguing and captivating.
Furniture from a Scholar's Studio
Altfield Gallery, 248-9 Prince’s Building, Central, Hong Kong
September 2010
An exhibition of classic scholarly furniture pieces such as painting tables, chairs, day beds, kang tables, book cases, cabinets, meditations stools, tables and stands, floor and table screens, seal and document chests.
Legend of China-Contemporary Ink Painting Exhibition by Jing Ye
Jiang Art Gallery at Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Road, Central, Hong Kong
1 - 4 October 2010
Jing Ye uses traditional pen, ink, paper and inkstone to create his works, but the creative symbols and the manner of expression he applies are detract completely from tradition. Jing Ye keeps “tradition” in mind, yet wisely and freely makes use of it to accomplish his creative goals.
Chinese Ceramics
Dominique's Auctions, Room 1734-35 Star House, 3 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
2 October 2010
Fine Art Asia 2010
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong
3 - 6 October 2010
The events’ new title reflects its change in status as presenting a unique combination of art and antiques. Last year the fair, attended by 16,500 visitors from all over the world, showcased 4,000 works of art exhibited by 60 leading Asian, European and American galleries who recorded sales of over HK$230 million, an increase of 130% over 2008. To be shown is wide range of collecting categories, from Chinese ancient bronzes, ceramics and works of art, furniture, textiles and jades, to modern and contemporary art. Among the renowned international galleries exhibiting are Rossi & Rossi, Robert Hall, Nicholas Grindley and Marcus Flacks as well as leading Hong Kong dealers M & C Gallery, Ever Arts Gallery and Martin Fung. Participating art galleries include Michael Goedhuis, Sundaram Tagore Gallery, Grotto Fine Art, Galerie du Monde and art jewellery designer Wallace Chan.
A special preview of the fair will be held from 2-9 September at 1881 Heritage, an important historical site which has been revitalized and transformed into a new cultural and luxury shopping landmark in Hong Kong.
Modern and Contemporary Southeast Asian Paintings
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
4 October 2010
20th Century Chinese Art
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
4 October 2010
Property From an Important European Collection
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
4 October 2010
Contemporary Asian Art
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
4 October 2010
Fine Chinese Paintings
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
5 October 2010
An Important Private Collection of Qing Historical Works of Art
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
7 October 2010
Masterpieces of Qing Imperial Porcelain from J.T. Tai & Co.
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
7 October 2010
Ming Imperial Bronzes from the Collection of Tuyet Nguyet and Stephen Markbreiter
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
7 October 2010
Important Chinese Art: The Collection of a Parisian Connoisseur, Part II
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
7 October 2010
Water, Pine and Stone Retreat Collection - Scholarly Arts
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
8 October 2010
Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art
Sotheby’s, Hong Kong
8 October 2010
Fung Ming Chip Solo Exhibition
Sin Sin Annex, 53 - 54 Sai Street, Central, Hong Kong
15 October - 5 November 2010
Road to Joseon - Lee Sanghyun
Amelia Johnson Contemporary, G/F 6-10 Shin Hing Street, NoHo, Central, Hong Kong
28 October – 27 November 2010
At first glance, and especially to a Western audience, Lee Sanghyun’s recent photographs and videos may simply evoke stereotypical clichés of a highly technical, hybridized contemporary Korean society. Works that seem to perfectly blend with the hyper-reality of a world marked by a profusion of images, symbols, ideas and concepts of a society that went through brutal change in the last hundred and fifty years. Lee’s digitally montaged imagery is made in vivid, bright pop colours depicting fictitious and historical scenes, juxtaposing past and present, the West and the East, nature and industrialization, rational and irrational, mass culture and traditional landscapes, good and bad, male and female. Many histories and mythologies, including the artist's own, are intertwined but there is more than meets the eye for Lee likes to cross boundaries and go beyond traditional dichotomies. Unsolved mystery, nostalgia, dream-like imagery, science fiction: Lee engages a variety of atmospheres to unhinge his pictures from their contemporary reality.
Tomoko Sawada Solo Exhibition
Connoisseur Art Gallery, G4, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
10 - 30 November 2010
Tomoko Sawada is one of Japan’s most important contemporary female photographers. Her work focuses on disguising herself in the form of multiple women within Japanese society. It is presented in a highly thought provoking, yet light-hearted nature.
Asian Contemporary Art & Chinese 20th Century Art (Evening Sale)
Christie’s, Hong Kong
27 November 2010
Chinese 20th Century Art (Day Sale)
Christie’s, Hong Kong
28 November 2010
Asian Contemporary Art (Day Sale)
Christie’s, Hong Kong
28 November 2010
Southeast Asian Modern and Contemporary Art
Christie’s, Hong Kong
29 November 2010
Fine Chinese Modern Paintings
Christie’s, Hong Kong
30 November 2010
Fine Chinese Classical Paintings and Calligraphy
Christie’s, Hong Kong
30 November 2010
Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
Christie’s, Hong Kong
1 December 2010
ART HK 11
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong
26 – 29 May 2011 |
