OPENING NIGHT
Our 10th Anniversary Celebration begins!
Join us on our Opening Night (18 May, 4pm – 9pm) for a spectacular art exhibition featuring 93 local and international galleries with their stunning collection of contemporary artworks. With all artworks priced between HK$1,000 to HK$100,000, immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene of Hong Kong and access a wide array of programmes to enjoy.
Meet our gallerists, discover new talents, and share a glass (or two!) with a community of art lovers as you explore the exhibition space.
Public Opening Hours:
Thursday 18 May | 4pm – 9pm |
Friday 19 May | 11am – 8pm |
Saturday 20 May | 10am – 7pm |
Sunday 21 May | 10am – 7pm |
PROGRAMMES FOR ALL
Young Talent Hong Kong X HKWALLS
Transforming ordinary walls with street art, HKwalls will be featuring a selection of 10 artists from their Youth Mentorship Programme at Affordable Art Fair 2023. These young artists will embark on an interactive journey with our audience by honing their artistic skills, experimenting with new techniques, and transforming their creative ideas to a wider audience.
Participating artists:
Timmy Lee | Gwen CoCo | Rida Nisar |
Julie Lai | Nicole Roquel | Sin Chun Hin |
Reana Bachiller | Carson Wong | Kiki Chong Yee Sin |
Luna Wong |
“Rethink Street Art” Talk with MC仁
Co- organised with City Magazine, Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong is launching our “Rethink Street Art” series. The series will include two talks, where street art representative MC 仁 will be joined by Jason Dembski from HKwalls and Professor Kevin Tsui on an engaging conversation around the meaning of street art in Hong Kong.
VERY STREET, VERY HONG KONG (19 May 5pm)
MC 仁, named as ‘Asia’s Best Graffiti’ artist by TIME Magazine, join forces with Jason Dembski of HKwalls and Professor Kevin Tsui, to explore the characteristics of Hong Kong street art and how it has revolutionized the way we view culture.
RETHINK STREET ART WITH SYAN (20 May 4pm)
Join renowned street artist MC 仁 for an entertaining and humorous sharing. Gracing us with his iconic style, MC 仁 will be sharing his 20 years’ experience as a street artist, the contrasting characteristics of street art from different eras, and what lies ahead for street artist’s creations.
Please register for a spot via link below.
The Things We Leave Behind by Susana Sanromán
The Things We Leave Behind is an environmental performance created by Spanish visual artist Susana Sanromán that reflects on the human footprint on our environment. Started as a photographic project, The Things We Leave Behind aims to highlight the impact of waste, resulting from the continuous production of goods in our societies. The project has been selected in several international Art Fairs over the years; Exposure 2015 at Louvre Museum, Venice Biennale 2019, 2017 and 2015, Art Takes Miami 2015 and 2014, among others.
During the performance, Sanromán uses the ‘mummy’ as a merely figurative and anonymous signifier to imply that ‘human’ presence and society are the catalytic changing forces in the landscape we observe. The mummy, as an aspect of human remains evokes concepts such as death, waste, neglect, degradation and ultimate transformation. The model is eventually covered by waste, until a complete metamorphosis has taken place.
15-minutes performance:
Thursday 18 May | 12pm |
Thursday 18 May | 6pm |
Friday 19 May | 6pm |
Saturday 20 May | 5pm |
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Experience a variety of large-scale installations proudly presented by our selected artists! All installations are included in the ticket price.
1. Good Old Kai Tak by Rick Lo
As our featured campaign image artist, Rick Lo’s “Good Old Kai Tak” should be no stranger to our visitors. To bring his artwork to life, Rick Lo’s entrance piece will be made up of a series of vertical wall panels set at distances so fair visitors can explore and take photos within the artwork in 3D.
Grab a plane and let your imagination soar.
2. Off the Wall by Murfin
Created by Spanish mural and graffiti artist Murfin, ‘Off the Wall’ is an immersive visual experience inspired by the synchronization between the natures of mural art and the sellability of visual art.
Traditionally, the very nature of mural art is to find transient residence in spaces and places where visual narratives by multiple artists, layered one atop the other, coexist. The lifespan of an artist’s mural in such a setting is fleeting – likely to be superimposed or whitewashed after a while. Subsequently, the question of authority is a recurring debate: does mural art belong to the artist, the owner of the wall, street or space? Or does it belong to the community?
Concurrently, the lifespan of art that is for sale is similarly transient in that it stays on a public wall until it is bought, after which it finds residence away from the eyes of the world. The question of ownership in such a setting however, unlike that of mural art, is irrefutable.
‘Off the Wall’ is a bridge between these two worlds where mural art is introduced to the latitudes and longitudes of the Affordable Art Fair exhibition space, opening the conversation of how mural art, conventionally restricted to the streets of today, can be converted into more intimate spaces. The act of purchasing will leave behind the whispers and silhouettes of where the canvas once was, carrying through the conversation that mural art, like traditional visual art, can be consumed as well.
3. Diversity? Divercity! by Doha Ham
A proliferate artist who has captured the attention of Porsche, Samsung, and other South Korea brands, Korean artist Doha Ham will be creating a large-scale installation “Diversity? Divercity!” at Affordable Art Fair.
Through his visits to Hong Kong, Lam noted how the busy city has a complex structure, yet it maintains order. With his installation, Ham aims to depict the diversity of Hong Kong as artworks that personify emotions.
By projecting the concept of emotions onto static furniture, Ham offers visitors a chance to appreciate art that embodies life in a familiar yet intimate material, and reminding them the beauty of simple, “ordinary” daily routines.
Doha will be landing in Hong Kong soon, grab the chance to interact with him in person!
4. A Slice of Hong Kong by Eleanor McColl
Fun Fact: Eleanor has been showcasing with Affordable Art Fair fair for 10 years! To celebrate both Affordable Art Fair’s milestone and hers, she will be live-painting a life-size wooden letterbox, with Hong Kong icons as the inspiration, such as Vita Lemon Tea and White Rabbits.
The joy of receiving handwritten mail through the post is undeniable. Today we are connected more than ever but do we make less effort?
Eleanor’s installation celebrates Hong Kong’s connection to the rest of the world. Taking the iconic old Hong Kong mailbox, Eleanor guides audiences on a trip down memory lane, going back to a simpler time. We invite visitors to design their own letterbox, or write their own postcards and post them in the giant letterbox that Eleanor will be painting live at the fair.
5. Hope is back by Cyril Delettre
Cyril Delettre’s installation is a poignant reflection on the hopes, fears and aspirations of the current generation. Titled “Hopes,” the work brings visitors through a thought-provoking journey from darkness to light, exploring the power of human transformation and our generation’s ability to create a brighter world.
“Embrace the world with enthusiasm and change it, you have this power.” – Cyril Delettre
The portraits in motion, similar to a ballet, take visitors through the uncertainties and challenges that the younger generation face. Using a series of interconnected rooms, Delettre invites guests to enter his black and white portraits and discover hidden hopes and dreams that are waiting to be revealed. As visitors travel through the space, they will be enveloped in a world of challenges, enthusiasm, and hope. Cyril invites visitors to enter its spirit, explore its hopes and rediscover their own.
INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN*
Children’s Art Tour
Experts in art and education, our long-term partner Art Loop will continue to inspire future artists and art-lovers at our fair! The Art Loop children’s tour will involve a number of fun and creative activities to keep children engaged as they learn about art. Places are limited, so remember to book a session for your little ones now. Art Loop offer its 1-hour immersion course for kids aged 4-12, focusing on developing art appreciation and critical thinking skills.
The workshop (HK$250) includes a tour t-shirt, tour book and art workshop materials, and a guided fair tour. Workshop details will be emailed to participants once registration is completed.
*additional add-on paid event
FOOD AND BEVERAGES AT THE FAIR
First founded in London’s Piccadilly in 1707, Fortnum & Mason will be bringing in their iconic Sparkling tea and Champagne to Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong this year. Let the good times begin!