GRUE, The Shophouse
Grue, a term that combines the colour “green” and “blue”, was coined by American philosopher Nelson Goodman in his exploration of our perception of colour. Our experiences of colour do not only stop at how we visually perceive colour but are also inevitably shaped by our cultures and languages. For example, the word “qing” in Chinese straddles both green and blue and evokes the meaning of freshness and clarity. At the same time, the Japanese term “aoi” emotionally associates the colours green and blue together. At GRUE, English artist Ben Edmunds, Korean-American artist Minku Kim and Swiss artist Yves Scherer challenge how we see colour by presenting it as a nuanced reflection of culture, raising more profound questions about the experiences that comprise our different individual perceptions of our world.
For our art enthusiasts who are coffee aficionados, a “raw coffee experience” will also be available at The Shophouse. Led by Naam Yu, founder of Handyman Roasters, guests will be able to participate in a 2-hour hands-on coffee roasting experience. Take a sip of hand-roasted coffee by Phoenix Coffee Roastery served in Steve Harrison ceramics, and indulge in delightful pastries from Plumcot Bakery.
When: until Aug 8, 2022
Where: 4 Second Lane, Tai Hang
K11 ART KARNIVAL
Take yourself on an immersive creative journey at K11 MUSEA! This summer, K11’s annual ART KARNIVAL returns to K11 MUSEA with a myriad of pieces from globally renowned names and local creatives. Turn yourself into a piece of art at Erwin Wurm’s interactive showcase One Minute Sculptures; model in a studio as part of Chinese filmmaker Alexvi’s Three Distances photography experience; and enjoy a visual feast at Hong Kong’s first illusion cake showcase by Dear Harley Bakery’s Alison Chan.
When: until Sept 11, 2022
Where: 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Arsham RSA, Belowground Landmark Atrium
If you’re an automobile fanatic and a Daniel Arsham lover, you’re in luck. The New York-based contemporary artist is joining hands with Archive Editions for the global debut of his capsule collection Arsham RSA at Landmark Hong Kong! The capsule comprises a range of apparel and accessories that take inspiration from the design of a customised 1973 Porsche Carrera RS 2.7, anchored in a colour palette of yellow, blue and brown. This launch of Arsham RSA will also see the exclusive first release of the sculptural collectable edition of “ERODED CARRERA RS”, which reimagines the classic 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring sports vehicle as an archaeological relic.
When: until Aug 15, 2022
Where: Basement, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central
Behind Your Eyelid — Pipilotti Rist, Tai Kwun Contemporary
Dive into the vibrant, fantastical world of Pipilotti Rist at Tai Kwun! “Behind Your Eyelid” marks the Swiss media artist’s first solo exhibition in Hong Kong, featuring over 45 works that span the past three decades of her career. Driven by her fascination with the female body and the digital space, her work explores the intermediaries and interfaces that link the exterior and the interior: the camera lens, skin, and membranes of the eye, which inspired the exhibition name “Behind Your Eyelid”. Expect mesmerising moving-image installations, video sculptures and exciting new site-specific commissions that offer alternative visions of our physical being.
When: from Aug 3, 2022 to Nov 27, 2022
Where: 10 Hollywood Road, Central
Affordable Art Fair
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Whether you are a veteran art collector or looking to purchase your first print, the Affordable Art Fair is the place to be this summer! Showcasing thousands of curated contemporary pieces from young local artists and international galleries, the fair also offers hands-on workshops and tours for those who want to get their creative juices flowing and broaden their horizons in the art world.
When: from Aug 4, 2022 to Aug 7, 2022
Where: Hall 3BC, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai
ARTS . TECH: Sensory Transcode, Central Market
“Sensory Transcode” is the first thematic exhibition under the ARTS . TECH exhibition launched by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council at Central Market. Showcasing original pieces from 12 Hong Kong artists and arts groups, this first installation pushes the boundaries of traditional sensory perceptions through experimenting with new media and technology, from algorithm and coding to sound rearrangement.
When: until Aug 13, 2022
Where: 93 Queen’s Road Central
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