前言 Foreword

過去兩年疫情肆虐，為我們的日常帶來翻 天覆地的變化：日復日在家工作和學習， 時間彷彿被凝固；口罩阻擋了笑容，社交 距離妨礙了相聚，封關限制了出國遊歷的 可能，生活色彩被蒙塵。儘管疫情帶來諸 多不便和困難，仍然無阻 JCCAC 繼續支持 本地藝術家及藝術發展。因為我們深信， 疫情即使絆住我們的腳步，卻關不住無疆 界的想像和創意。今年 JCCAC 藝術節以 「夢想集結」為主題，收集超過 40 位藝 術家異想天開的創作，盛載眾人的夢想與 美夢，朝著那了無邊際的幻想世界啟航。

為期五星期的 JCCAC 藝術節 2021 將帶你 進入充滿無限可能性的藝術國度。首先有 由本地人氣插畫師林皮策展、藝探舍合辦 的主題展覽「靜紙」插畫創作展。透過紙 筆，創作者們於靜默的紙張上展開自我對 話，延伸成為是次展覽。以創作尋覓出口， 以作品產生共鳴。期望觀眾在欣賞作品的 同時，都能夠找到抒發內心情緒的出口。

除了主題展覽，於藝術節期間你亦可以拾 級而上，欣賞由駐村藝術家及藝術團隊獨 立策展的展覽。不論是啟發自疫情下新常 態的奇思妙想，還是在邁向夢想途中堅毅 不撓的故事，你總可以在各層公共空間找 到一道合心意的藝術盛宴。

想享受一個完美的藝術旅程，在欣賞獨具 匠心的創作之餘，請不要忘記參加我們悉 心準備的活動：手作市集將繼續邀請和凝 聚香港手作職人與愛好者大展拳腳、多項 免費的藝文活動，包括藝術示範、露天電 影會、講座、表演、短片欣賞等。當中内 容涵蓋刺繡、攝影、雕塑、陶瓷、編織、 舞蹈、戲劇、電影、動畫等眾多藝術範疇。 歡迎大家踴躍參與，深度體驗本地藝術文 化。如果想親身接觸更多藝術家，了解他 們的創作和參觀工作室，逢週末舉辦的公 眾導賞團絕對不容錯過。

現實雖然有限，然而想像無邊。只要出走 是你我的願望，沒甚麼能阻止每顆悸動的 心。希望 JCCAC 藝術節 2021 能透過藝術 為大家帶來一抹亮麗的顏色，也讓我們一 同踏上夢寐以求、擴闊觀點的旅途，欣賞 夢幻好風光。最後，祝願大家身體健康， 保持對生活的熱情，來年定會有更美好的 事情在等待。

侯婥琪

行政總裁 賽馬會創意藝術中心

In the past two years, the pandemic brings massive changes to our daily routine. Time appears to be frozen at home. Our vibrant lifestyle marred by mask-wearing and social distancing, lockdown distanced us from family and friends as well as the possibility to travel abroad. Despite the many challenges and inconvenience, JCCAC remains committed to supporting local artists and art development. As we truly believe, even though we may be physically bound in our city, imagination and creativity can still soar. JCCAC Festival 2021 takes “Dream Catcher” as the theme to showcase the

myriad of works by over 40 tenant artists. Through a visual journey of artists’ dreams, the Festival presents to visitors a breath of fresh air for the mind.

The five-week Festival opens the door to this factory-turned artist village, where art presentation knows no limit. At the centre of the Festival sees

the feature exhibition “THE MOMENT”, curated by popular illustrator, Lam Pei, and co-presented by Art Venture Association, the exhibition invites over 20 fellow illustrators and artists to embark on a

dialogue with themselves in times of isolation and solitude. Through works of illustration, installation and sculptures, artists project complicated sentiments and seek emotional outlets, while reaching out to resonate with the audience.

Throughout the building on every floor, you can appreciate latest works presented by fellow tenant artists and cultural organisations at various common spaces. Whether it is a fanciful idea inspired by the new normal, or the persevering story towards chasing after one’s dream, there is certainly something for everyone in this feast of art.

To complete this artistic journey, do not forget to join the array of free activities, led by our much celebrated JCCAC Handicraft Fair, which remains a trusted platform between dozens of local artisans and craft-lovers. Other Festival-affiliated

programmes include art demonstrations, open air cinema, talks, performances, etc., which cover a wide range of art mediums from embroidery, photography, sculpture, ceramics, knitting to dancing, drama, film and animation. If you wish to have a closer look into arts and artists in their

creative lair, the public guided tours hosted on weekends is a must-join. All Festival programmes are free of charge and accessible to all.

Although there is a limitation in reality, imagination is infinite. As long as there is a will, the sky is the limit. We hope that JCCAC Festival 2021 can bring a brush of colour into your life through art. Are you ready to embark on a ride through artistic wonders and picturesque sceneries? Taking this opportunity to wish everyone good health and maintain enthusiasm to life’s little wonders. The best thing is yet to come in the next year!

Lillian Hau

Executive Director

Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre