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…28th. A larger collection of Banksy’s work will be debuting at the Schoeni gallery in Soho starting from the 30th and running until May 13th. The opening party will be held on April 29th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The Schoeni gallery is located at 21-31 Old Bailey Street in Central. Banksy’s street art has allowed him to accrue a mass of fans. When I left the exhibition at around eight, there was a long line leading down the stairs of people still wait…
…Prince show, titled Nurse’s Tricks, should be on your itinerary. Those of you fortunate enough to have attended the Louis Vuitton art exhibition in 2009, were able to see a few pieces of Richard Prince’s work. Now he’s back with a full show at the Gagosian Gallery that includes a broader range of pieces. Recommended! Richard Prince – Nurse’s Tricks open to the public from Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 Gagosian Gallery 7/F, Pedder Building 12 Pedder St…
…tion of art from the 80’s generation. It was a good attempt by the Schoeni Gallery to feature artists in a hard to pin down category. The next crop will be an even more diverse lot. China’s Internet generation, with the means to discover and explore the world far beyond the art school’s library, are sure to produce some remarkable work. Niubi Newbie Art Schoeni Main Gallery 21-31 Old Bailey Street (near the intersection with Caine Road) Soho, Cent…
…ing night was overwhelming, and at one point, transformed the lobby of the gallery into a traffic jam! Earlier in the night there was more space to move around and get a feel for the artwork. The show, which features over a dozen pieces, contains several different periods of Murakami’s work, in addition to the recent Flower and Skulls series. The exhibition runs until February 9th, 2013, so there’s still plenty of time to catch it, even with the C…
…success with many of the original drawings getting snatched up. The pop-up gallery sits on a corner next to a Hong Kong park. It’s a sleepy area of Sheung Wan, recently popular with foreigners. The pricing, which is already friendly for entry-level collectors (many original works go for $1800 HKD,) also takes into consideration other fans of Cath’s artwork with less to spend. Prints of the artwork are also available starting at $300 HKD, which mak…
…_Shya_photo_Show.jpg,full,pp_image] The art exhibition opened at 7:30. The gallery was packed with ten years worth of images by Wing Shya divided into two floors. Walls and walls of photos lined the upper level of the space. [photopress:Gallery_Wing_Shya_upstairs.jpg,full,pp_image] The lower floor contained less images, which to me is a better way to exhibit the work. Perhaps the upstairs was more commercial work, and the lower level contained mor…
…night, I arrived at the exhibition at around 8:30. The Six Keyz space is a gallery three-quarters of which is occupied by a skateboard half-pipe. During exhibitions, often the half-pipe is painted and integrated as part of the show. This was also the case on Thursday night. The largest piece in the room covered part of the wall as well as the top corner of the half-pipe. [photopress:L1ES_One_Main_piece_3.jpg,full,pp_image] The piece recreates a la…
…) [photopress:Nike_U_Lam_Terrace_Degrees.jpg,full,pp_image] The 26 Degrees gallery is set on a large, unique terrace just above the Soho neighborhood. The party spilled out onto the terrace with most of the guests mingling about outside. Along the walls of the deep venue, the portraits of the fifteen subjects hung. A rack filled with Tech Pack clothes subtly showcased the collection on the upstairs landing. [photopress:Nike_Tech_Pack_HK.jpg,full,p…
…mpeting events on the same night, the turnout was excellent. The two-story gallery space was filled with people. [photopress:New_Grand_Tour_exhibit_Hong.jpg,full,pp_image] D.J. Kulu provided music for the night. [photopress:Diesel_DJ_Kulu_hong_kong_To.jpg,full,pp_image] One interesting addition to the space was the Suitman news stand. Part installation art, part sales outlet, it was something like a human-powered vending machine. [photopress:Suitm…
…art both with commissioning Michael Lau and also opening their 26 Degrees gallery. Numerous events over the last year such as the K-Swiss K-Spray parties have brought acclaimed international street artists to town. As I have noted before, fashion brands are often the new patrons of the arts. Even small potatoes such as the Six Keyz gallery (R.I.P) made a difference, putting on shows that attracted interest and exposed people to new painters and i…
…atmosphere evoked by Hong Kong rooftops in the background. Inside both the gallery space and the Watermark there were special bars fashioned around sharp, colorful sculptures. These were created by designer Michael Young. By the time I arrived, Pharoahe Monch was already on stage. Backed by a female d.j. he performed a set of his classic hits such as “The Light” and “Simon Says,” in addition to new material. Though the crowd on Thursday night may…
…icism, I would recommend larger prints next time to achieve more impact. Additionally, some of the images had comic book scenarios written in paragraphs below the prints. I would lose these and let the individual’s mind wander as they gaze at the art. Jonathan Jay Lee solo exhibition Fringe Gallery inside the music room at the Fringe Club G/F, 2 Lower Albert Road Central, Hong Kong Showing until Friday, February 27th [photopress:Fringe_club_Hong_K…
…on in October.) Free Entry! Renamed for the event ‘Damon Dash’s Poppington Gallery’, the exhibit will feature 3D art by Grace Tang colliding with street art by FLIP. A second piece interacts with music by Daniel Disaster. Flip is well known for painting monsters and mythical creatures, and Daniel Disaster has worked with the likes of T.I., Lil Wayne, Waka Flocka and others, so the collaborations should be interesting! The soundtrack for the night…
…es around the world. For more info on INSA’s artwork, read our previous post. If you’re interested in attending the after party at FLY, please send an email to: rsvp.abovesecond@gmail.com The exhibition opening is at Above Second gallery from 7 to 10pm on Thursday, August 18th. Above Second 31 Eastern Street Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong INSA – GLOSS exhibition after party Thursday, August 18th, 2011 FLY 24-30 Ice House Street Central, Hong Kong…
…eries of art walks, conventions and auctions, in addition to a plethora of gallery shows. A new art magazine has also been launched with a collective approach to promoting art and culture in H.K.. Galleri magazine, which focuses on exposing new artists, has brought creative talent out of the darkness. By their second issue they were already a new force in town, since the first issue led to numerous opportunities for their contributors. In the nigh…
…New discoveries at Art Basel Hong Kong 2014 Roaming the two floors of the second Art Basel Hong Kong, we saw pieces by old favorites, as well as stumbled upon a few new artists. Here are several of our discoveries. One immediate standout was the Edouard Malingue booth, which was filled with four works by Hangzhou artist Yuan Yuan. What caught our attention was both his subject matter and his unique style. (Unlike other booths, on the day we visit…
…from 11am until 2am. The SOHO space, which occupies a large section of the second floor, features interesting low-tech, as well as high-tech touches. For example, there are numerous areas of street art, in addition to an interactive wall, a digital photo gallery, and a large-scale hologram show. Retro-graffiti gives it a SOHO New York type of feel Street artist D*FACE from London also left his mark! Graffiti frames an interactive screen in the cen…
…e are three parts to the exhibition. The main section takes up half of the second floor and there is also a large showcase of Bruce Lee / Green Hornet memorabilia out in the second floor atrium. Additionally, there is a documentary film about Bruce Lee’s life that is 75 minutes long and shown in a separate area. The main exhibit contains a series of rooms with tiled floors that give it a retro Hong Kong feel. There is no photography allowed inside…
…irky! To get to Dada, walk through the lobby, and take the elevator to the second floor. Once you walk out, take a right. Through a doorway you enter a large space. On the left is a bar, on the right is series of sofas placed in cozy formations. There are several chandeliers hanging and the colors give the place a warm atmosphere. As I arrived, the place was quickly filling up. [photopress:Galleri_magazine_Hong_Kong_.jpg,full,pp_image] Galleri Mag…
…that mimic the complexity of nature. The Hong Kong branch of the Gagosian Gallery presents a new exhibition that brings together a number of Gehry’s rare lamps for display. Look closely, and some of the fish lamps feature the same angles and undulating movement that his buildings are known for. Frank Gehry recently completed his first residential project in Asia called The Opus in Hong Kong. Located at 53 Stubbs Road, you may have driven by The O…
…lery on the 17th. Recommended! Superheroes and comic characters are often found in SEEN’s work SEEN – Post No Bills September 17th, 2013 Opening from 6:30 to 8:30pm Opera Gallery 52 Wyndham Street Central, Hong Kong Post No Bills closes on October 15th, 2013 RSVP to hkg@operagallery.com…
…hing company. The venue is the large art space opened by the Chancery Lane gallery in Chai Wan. Tickets go on sale after December 15th for $200 and include open bar! There is limited space, so pick one up while supplies last! For more information on Kitsune, read here. Tickets are available at: A-Vibe 25/F, 41-43 Graham Street, Central 3106-5579 UPDATED! I had the WRONG number previously!!! Think Silly Store G/F Unit 8, 18 Ka Yip Street, Chai Wan…
…the photo above) were positioned directly across from the entrance to the gallery and could hardly be missed. The images contained a partially obscured self-portrait with the artist’s head bowed downwards. One of the four panels revealed his recently shaved head, a preemptive first strike on a side effect of chemotherapy. Thankfully, over the past months Simon has made a full recovery – one that we at Hong Kong Hustle are ecstatic about and grate…
…but show in Hong Kong this Thursday, October 25th, at the Artist Residence gallery in Sai Ying Pun. Known for utilizing found objects, the artist paints on multiple surfaces including paper, metal, wood, walls, and even saw blades! The London native, who was previously based in Belgium, has a background in graphic design and graffiti. For a taste of his work, check out his blog. Recommended! Mass / Hong Kong – new works by Mark Goss Thursday, Octo…
…with metal. Miya was part of a group show last year at the Sundaram Tagore Gallery in which she contributed a metal kimono. Over the years she’s created a wide range of objects using her own fusion techniques, including a metal skateboard. The Brooklyn-based artist has had a number of important public works including a thirty-foot tall sculpture made of World Trade Center steel to commemorate the tenth anniversary of 9/11. Recommended! Miya Ando “…
…rt_exhibit_flyer.jpg,full,pp_image] The renovated cinema is excellent as a gallery. The two theaters have been converted – quite successfully, to large open spaces. This is the best photography show I’ve been to in years, partially because you can step back and take in the work. [photopress:Gallery_Agnes_B_Hong_Kong.jpg,full,pp_image] The original prints from many of the photos are available for sale, as are limited edition t-shirts and bags. Agne…
…lleries, and other slightly yuppie-friendly establishments. The Cat Street Gallery on 222 Hollywood Road, just up the street from the future site of Dysemevas, is a good anchor point in the area. Taking a different path than the amateurish galleries around town, the space clearly has its own vision. Walking by last week I saw several impressive works by Yuk King Tan (from New Zealand,) including a laser-cut sculpture of the HSBC lion that was stun…
…w show, Russian Dream, on Thursday, September 6th, at the Artist Residence Gallery in Sai Ying Pun. The exhibit is a collection of behind the scenes moments with Russian models living in Hong Kong. Taking a cue from Nan Goldin’s photography, Polina captures casual, informal points in time as her subjects go about their lives in the foreign environment of H.K.. (No, not all the photos are from Dragon-i and Volar!) 😉 Russian Dream also serves as a p…
…hich will open around the corner in June. Officially titled Maison Kitsune Gallery, the space features artwork by well known graffiti artist Andre Saraiva. Although originally from Sweden, André has been an active member of the Parisian graffiti scene for several decades and is most well known from his work there. On opening night, Andre was busy signing posters from his ‘Dream Concert’ series, as well as spray painting his signature characters bo…
