INK ASIA 2023
With support of the “Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund”, INK ASIA returns to the eyes of public, presenting to the city a world-renowned initiative that celebrates the niche and exquisite Ink art with a series of captivating exhibitions, public installations, ink art event and educational activities from Oct to Dec 2023. INK ASIA 2023 takes viewers on a journey through the evolution of ink art, from its ancient roots to its contemporary expressions.
- Guided tours are available for visitors for free on a first-come-first-served basis. Please register to reserve your spots.
- Tour schedules are subject to change, please follow INK ASIA 2023 social media for the latest updates.
"Garden Fantasy - Contemporary Landscape Installation" Public Tour【INK ASIA 2023】
Create a contemporary garden with delicate artworks. The use of novel and creative techniques, along with unique materials, presents the landscape in a distinct style. The incorporation of contemporary concepts further showcases the ‘synchronicity’of the work, seamlessly integrating the past and the present. This exhibition reveals the artistic conception of traditional Chinese shan-shui ( landscape ) painting: to walk, to see, to play, and to live. It provides audiences with a pleasing experience of time-traveling between ancient Suzhou gardens and modern art.
"Enlargement!" Public Tour【INK ASIA 2023】
The monumental Ink Art Installation is a riveting way to engage with the public and create meaningful experiences in the public space. They can serve as a catalyst for social change, cultural enrichment, and community building, and can help to transform public spaces into vibrant and dynamic environments. One of the primary characteristics of a public installation is that it is created with the intention of being experienced and interacted with by a broad audience, rather than being confined to the walls of a gallery or museum.
"Keep Up the Good Fun" Public Tour【INK ASIA 2023】
In the timeless verses of the ‘Three Character Classic,’where ancient wisdom resides, echoes the profoundtruth’: Diligencehasitsreward;playhasno advantages.’In the context of contemporary ink painting, both diligence and playfulness seem to be embraced as virtuous attitudes.
Through the repetitive strokes that outline and the vibrant hues that infuse, the practice transcends mere brushwork, refining not only physical prowess but also the spirit. The learning concept of traditional calligraphy and painting, rooted in the practice of character writing, guides the development of a solid foundation in brush and ink. Meanwhile, the characteristics of the materials, through repeated contemplation and exploration, give rise to a distinctive aesthetic of ink painting. Playfulness, emphasising the joy and fulfilment brought forth by artistic creation, indeed serves as a driving force that propels the practice. On one hand, playfulness can loosen the grip of established artistic concepts with a light-hearted touch. By setting aside conventional practices and freely exploring, highly experimental endeavours can emerge.
This exhibition invites a group of emerging young artists from Hong Kong to showcase their unique perspectives on ink art, encompassing various mediums and forms. Amidst their diligent efforts and playful brushwork, they explore the distinctive realm of ink painting shaped by the convergence of local cultures.