Art
Art
December 4th, 2009
Heimat - One of the rising stars on the European art scene, German designer Stefan Strumbel expresses his conception of home through his cuckoo clocks. Opening Fri, Dec 4, 6pm-9pm, through Dec 24. ufoArtgallery, G/F, 39 Graham St., Central, 2151-3772, www.ufoartgallery.com.
Jiang Zhi: Attitude
Mainland artist Jiang Zhi shows photography, video, and installations. Opening Thu, Dec 3, 6pm-8pm, through Jan 17, 2010. Osage Kwun Tong, 5/F, Kian Dai Industrial Building, 73-75 Hung To Rd., Kwun Tong, 2793-4817,www.osagegallery.com.
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Hong Kong: Surface Unseen II
New images of Hong Kong by award-winning American photographer Peter Steinhauer. Opening Thu, Dec 3, 6pm-8:30pm, through Dec 16. Plum Blossoms Gallery, G6, 1 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2521 2189, www.plumblossoms.com.
The Illustrated Hong Kong News
An exhibition of original prints 1843-1937 from The Illustrated London News and The Graphic. Opening Thu, Dec 3, 6pm-8pm, through Dec 23; reopening Jan 4-30, 2010. Wattis Fine Art, 2/F, 20 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2524-5302, www.wattis.com.hk.
New Works by Luo Qi
Established Chinese painter Luo Qi from Hangzhou leads the new trend of abstract Chinese paintings that combine calligraphy and ink painting techniques. Opening Sat, Dec 5, 2pm-6pm, through Dec 31. Alisan Fine Arts, Rm 2305, Hing Wai Centre, 7 Tin Way Praya Rd., Aberdeen, 2526-1091, www.alisan.com.hk.
Ongoing
15 años tiene mi amor
A retrospective exhibition featuring works from artists whom local Spanish curator Sofia Gaspar has worked with. Through Dec 12. Sofia Gaspar Spanish Contemporary Art, Time Centre, Unit 8B, 53-55 Hollywood Rd., Central, 9261-6790, www.sofiagaspar.com.
3-2-1 Solstice
A group of ten urban and graphic artists from the UK, USA and Hong Kong, including Bill London and female street art legend Swoon, showcase a selection of originals and prints. Through Jan 3, 2010. Schoeni Main Gallery, 21-31 Old Bailey St., Central, 2869-8802, www.schoeniartgallery.com.
A New Journey
New work and specially selected paintings by a group of artists from across the region which celebrate the end of the year Through Dec 22. Asia Fine Art Gallery, 14 Sik On St., 99 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2522-0405, www.asia-fineart.com.
A Place Changes As We Look
An exhibition featuring the works of four emerging Hong Kong artists, revealing how the city has influenced their work. Through Jan 16, 2010. Agnès b.’s Librairie Galerie, 1/F, 18 Wing Fung St., Wan Chai, 2869-5505, www.starstreet.com.hk.
A Touch of Red
New watercolour paintings of Hong Kong and China by one of Britain’s leading watercolorists David Paskett. Though Dec 12. Picture This Gallery, 1308, 9 Queen’s Rd., Central, 2525-2820, www.picturethiscollection.com.
Antoine + Manuel
Hong Kong Design Centre presents French design duo Antoine Audiau and Manuel Warosz, illustrating the relations between graphic design and advertising. Through Feb 15, 2010. Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam Rd., Sha Tin, 2522-8688, www.antoineetmanuel.com.
Beauty Unveiled
Enter the worlds of fashion and dance through the extraordinary images of Parisian photographer Gérard Uféras, who captures the unposed grace of models and dancers from a privileged position beyond the drop cloth. Through Jan 22, 2010. Wittgenstein Editions Gallery, 41 Gage St., Central, 2542-2625,
www.wittgensteindesign.com.
Collection 2010: D.A.ACTIVIST
This unique collaboration between fashion designer Lilia Yip and artist Mona Choo is a subtle and intimate form of design and art activism. Through Dec 18. Gallery de Vie, G/F, 45 Gough St., Central, www.gallerydevie.com.
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Dahon
Philippine painter Mike “mitu” Tupas shows the essence of nature through the colors of leaves. Through Dec 13. Culture Club Gallery, 15 Elgin St., SoHo, 2127-7936, www.cultureclub.com.hk.
Diverse—40 x 40
An exhibition of work by three artists revealing the latest developments in the aesthetic diversity of contemporary art in Indonesia. Through Dec 13. Sin Sin Fine Art, G/F, No. 1 Prince’s Terrace, Mid-Levels, 2858-5072, www.sinsinfineart.com.
Golden Moments
Vietnamese painter Pham Luan shows his love for the beauty and charm of his hometown Hanoi with brilliant use of color. Through Dec 31. Arch Angel Art, 58 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2851-6882.
HONG.XIU.QUAN
Mainland artist Liu Dahong delves into popular Chinese culture to articulate his personal view of history through embroidery. Through Dec 19. Hanart TZ Gallery, 202 Henley Building, 2 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2526-9019, www.hanart.com.
In a perfect world...
Chinese photographer Xing Danwen’s internationally exhibited work comments on the predicament of contemporary urban societies. Through Feb 27, 2010. Ooi Botos Gallery, 5 Gresson St., Wan Chai, 2527-9733, www.ooibotos.com.
Instinctive Light
Solo exhibition of exploring the intricacies of light by photographer So Hing Keung. Through Dec 12. YY9 Gallery, G/F, 83-85 Sing Woo Rd., Happy Valley, 2574-3370, www.2bsquare.com.
Intimate Reflections
Japanese artist Sanae Takahata’s paintings and sculptures feature female subjects and surreal backgrounds. Through Dec 30. State-of-the-Arts Gallery, 36 Pottinger St., Central, 2526-1133, www.sotagallery.com.hk.
Joseph Kosuth and Tsang Kin-Wah
A joint exhibition featuring individual and collaborative works by American conceptual artist Joseph Kosuth and Chinese artist Tsang Kin-Wah. Through Jan 17, 2010. Para/Site Art Space, 4 Po Yan St., Sheung Wan, 2517-4620, www.para-site.org.hk.
Lines of Flight
New York-based artist Charles LaBelle presents new drawings for his ongoing series “Building Entered,” which documents every building he has entered since 1997. Though Dec 20. Stage 1 (annex space of Blue Lotus Gallery), Wah Luen Industrial Building, Block A, G/F, Unit 26,15-21 Wong Chuk Yeung St., Fo Tan, 2526-6716, www.bluelotus-gallery.com.
Masters of 20th Century Chinese Art
Works from five significant Chinese painters who have recreated and reinterpreted Chinese painting with Western styles. Through Dec 18. Anna Ning Fine Art, Room 101, 1/F, St. George’s Building, 2 Ice House St., Central, 2521-3193 or www.annaningfineart.com.
MULTI{ple}
Five artists showcase work created through mass production or mechanization, yet retaining a high degree of uniqueness and individuality. Through Jan 16, 2010. Amelia Johnson Contemporary, G/F, 6-10 Shin Hing St., Central, 2548-2286, www.ajc-art.com.
Lustfully Yours—Porno Exhibition
Painters from Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and Japan have teamed up to present you... PORN! Through Dec 13. Hulahoop Gallery, G/F, 23 Sau Wa Fong, St. Francis St., Wan Chai, 9613-0815, www.hulahoop.hk.
Prodigal Daughters
Taking her inspiration from the 1949 film “Daughters of China,” renowned Chinese-American painter Hung Liu reinterprets scenes from the black and white film in vivid color. Through Jan 23, 2010. 10 Chancery Lane Gallery Art Projects, 6/F, Chai Wan Industrial City Phase 1, 60 Wing Tai Rd., Chai Wan, 2810-0065, www.10chancerylanegallery.com.
Rêvant des revolutions
Monique Lai’s latest work inspired by her arrival in Hong Kong, featuring actress Eugenia Yuan. Through Jan 3, 2010. Red Elation Gallery, G/F, 5-6 Lung On St., Wan Chai, 2893-7837, www.redelation.com.
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Small Wonder
Hong Kong-based painter Simon Birch’s latest body of work. Through Jan 23, 2010. 10 Chancery Lane Gallery, 10 Chancery Lane, SoHo, 2810-0065,
www.10chancerylanegallery.com.
Someone Singing and Calling Your Name
Best known for his work with painted cloth, Lee Kit’s current exhibition marks a significant shift in the artist’s practice. Through Jan 10, 2010. Osage SoHo, 45 Caine Rd., Central, 2537-0688, www.osagegallery.com.
Street on the Table
In a series of three-dimensional oil paintings, Korean painter Lee Kyoung Mi’s cats wander through the landscapes of the world. Through Dec 19. CAIS Gallery, UG, 54 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2527-7798, www.caisgallery.com.
Tattoo and Taboo
Using three-dimensional computer graphics, rising Korean artist Kim Joon creates digital prints and videos of undulating nude bodies covered in ink. Through Dec 13. Sundaram Tagore Gallery, 57-59 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2581-9678, www.sundaramtagore.com.
Closing
Establishing Establishment
Solo show of the well-established Thai contemporary artist Pakpoom Silaphan, whose work was recently purchased by Paul Smith. Through Dec 10. No Borders Art, 39 Aberdeen St., Central, 2517-6003, www.nobordersart.com.
Everyday Scenery and Props
The solo exhibition of mainland photographer Chen Wei, whose cinematic touch and lush colors animate the ambience of ordinary objects. Through Dec 5. Gallery EXIT, G/F, 1 Shin Hing St., Central, 2541-1299,
www.galleryexit.com.
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New Works by Jia Juan Li
Paris-based Chinese painter Jia Juan Li’s new collection includes classic portraits of Qing-era princesses in her familiar impressionistic style. Through Dec 10. Connoisseur Art Gallery, G3 Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2868-5358, www.connoisseur-art.com.
Hutong Memory
A selection of 10 rare black and white oil paintings from Chinese painter Ye Jian Qing’s evocative “Hutong” series. Through Dec 11. iPRECIATION, Suite LG3, Jardine House,
1 Connaught Place, Central, 2537-8869, www.ipreciation.com.
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Paradise
Korean artist Ryu Ji Sun explores the mysterious ways in which nature and human activity intertwine. Through Dec 10. Moon Gallery, G/F, Hua Fu Commercial Building, 111 Queen’s Rd. West, Sheung Wan, 2858-1771, www.moongallery.org.



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