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All About Art Get your culture fix this March

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THOMAS LENNON

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05 Editor’s Letter 06 Guestlist Gimme Five

The Hong Kong Beach 5s rugby tournament promises a weekend of sand, sea and sport.

What’s In

We take a closer look at the stylish offerings at Über Tunique.

14 Feature Art Attack

A roundup of all the art events happening this month.

08 Wishlist Trendwatch

What’s hot right now? Handsome & Co’s watch straps made from upcycled taxi seat vinyl.

Lookbook

Local fashion designer Johanna Ho tells us about her favorite things.

Beauty and Wellness

The entire List team is in love with Benefit’s new Roller Lash mascara.

42 mr. Know-it-all Road Rage

One-word road names. What’s up with those?

Our resident smart-aleck explains.

50 Baby Pak choi Puree Futility

The joys (and horrors) of introducing solid food.

KNOW & TEL

Galleries p.22

Affordable Art p.30

Art Classes p.36

Art Supplies p.38

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editor’s letter

For Art’s Sake

Did you know that March is Art Month in Hong Kong? With Art Basel hitting town, there are tons of satellite events popping up all over the place.

That’s why this issue is packed with everything you need to know about art. From a huge listing of some of the city’s best Galleries (p.22) and our feature on the many art shows, talks and festivals taking place around town (p.14), we’ve got everything you need to know in one place.

Whaddaya mean you can’t afford to spend a million dollars on a bit of wall candy? We’ve got places to buy Affordable Art (p.30), or even Art Classes (p.36) and Art Supplies (p.38), should you want to unleash your inner Jackson Pollock.

One more note from me: this is my last issue as Managing Editor of The List.

I’ve been part of this magazine since 2007 and it has been an absolute honor to bring you the very best of Hong Kong in these pages. Farewell and thank you for loving The List!

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• You can buy calligraphy supplies from Yau Sang Cheong, a shop that’s been around since the Qing Dynasty (p.39) • Want to learn how to draw nudes?

Hong Kong Art Tutoring offers life drawing classes—no sniggering please! (p.37) • Trying to source a teeny tiny Victorian barber’s chair? Local company Yun Fong specializes in dollhouse furniture for avid collectors and crafters (p.39)

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Make a Date Our picks for the month

Get ready for some action on the beach

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March 12-14

Malt in Your Mouth

The Last Laugh

Whisky aficionados, take note. The Malt Masters Whisky Festival is pouring some limited-edition Mackinlay’s whiskies for tasting at this annual event, including a replica blend of the bottles found under ice in the Antarctic. A ticket includes free-flow whisky tastings, a Glencairn whisky glass, plus “Dream Dram” tokens, which you can use to redeem top-notch whiskies from exhibitors.

1:30-5pm or 6-9:30pm. The Qube, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central. $800 per session from maltmastershk.com

Asia’s biggest comedy fest, the Magners International Comedy Festival, is hitting Hong Kong’s shores for the first time this month. Enjoy a few laughs from the likes of Aussie stand-up John Robertson—who is hosting one of his shows in total darkness—and Imaan Hadchiti, “the world’s smallest comedian.” Look for multiaward-winner Vivek Mahbubani, our homegrown comedian who’s bringing the best of Hong Kong humor to the stage.

Various venues including TakeOut Comedy, B/F, 34 Elgin St., Central, 6220-4436. $150-200; email jami@takeoutcomedy.com

March 14

Raise the Roof

Art Basel weekend promises lots of busy nights—but you’ll want to add the Marni Roof Market to your shortlist. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the artsy Italian brand is taking over Pier 4 to sell specialedition vases, bags, and leather sandals made from hand-painted prints by Italian artists.

Goodbye, paycheck.

7:30-11pm. Central Pier 4. Free entry

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Guestlist

March 1-31

Curiosity Shop

Homegrown designer darling Mischa is celebrating its new spring/summer Botanical Collection with a “Cabinet of Curiosities” pop-up shop at Kapok in PMQ. It’ll be stocked with round-theworld finds—think Aussie resort wear from Vamastyle, Swedish sunglasses by Dienastie, calligraphy prints by The Letter J Supply in Singapore and naturally, plenty of new Mischa travel gear.

Spotted!

Jack Wills Spring 2015 Collection Launch February 4

11am-8pm. Shop HG10, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central. Free entry

March 21-22

Beach, Please

The Hong Kong Beach 5s is essentially a big beach party with lots of team sports on offer, including dodgeball, football, rugby and netball. Count us in. It’s a family-friendly affair with a kids’ zone featuring face painting, a bouncy castle and Scalextric car racing. Plus yogis can start their day with morning yoga sessions on the beach before the fun begins—don’t forget to bring your own yoga mats!

British clothing label Jack Wills launched its spring collection last month with a fashion show at Sheung Wan venue Lightspace. Models strutted down the runway, while guests nibbled on sweet treats and enjoyed a live performance by DJ-saxophonist duo Vossa. Yes, it is indeed time to refresh your spring/summer wardrobe already!

Repulse Bay Beach.

Visit www.hkbeach5s.com. Free

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A dose of Hong Kong style

wishlist

Fashion Forecast This fortnight’s style digest

Clutch Control This bijou clutch made from porcelain is so Hong Kong— just don’t drop it!

Hot

Trendwatch

$1,680 from G.O.D x Cecilia Ma

Pop-up Shop

England Calling British designer David James England is introducing his locally made menswear label to the masses at “JEXRJ,” a pop-up at PMQ that’s running through April.

Working with fabrics—particularly denim—that are manufactured and tailored here in the city, the collection focuses on shirts that were inspired by old British military uniforms. Alongside David’s designs, the pop-up store will also feature some classy ladies’ looks from local designer Rachelle Jim. Through April 11. H404, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, www.jamesengland.eu

Taxiii!

These simple, minimalist watches designed from upcycled taxi vinyl look good on any wrist and come with red, green and blue stitching as an extra nod to the city’s cabs. $775.32 from Handsome Co. @Phatrice

Old School Cool Turned your nose up at this season’s Chanel? Dig deep for this vintage mini velvet necklace bag, just big enough for your lippy. $18,780 from West L.A Boutique

Falling Flat

What’s Your Typal?

Trendy design brand Archetypal has just opened its first concept store on Wan Chai’s funky Star Street. The store will act as a platform for design-led innovations from all over the world: opening with the much-talked about Eoq Dub lighting collection from designer Michael Young, which combines extruded aluminum from China and hand-blown glass from the Czech Republic. Check out Archetypal for contemporary—yet affordable—lighting, furniture and home accessories that show off unusual craftsmanship and manufacturing processes. Brands featured include Anglepoise, Blu Dot, Another Country and Decode.

15 Moon St., Wan Chai, 2320-0580, www.archetypal.hk

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Jimmy Choo

Short Shrift Belted floral shorts like these must not become the new spring must-have, ladies.

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Hot Opening

Even the world’s biggest shoe designer can’t pull off these embossed, tasseled, velvet flats.

Lookbook

wishlist

Muji Sketch Book Whenever I have an idea of any sort, I immediately write it down or draw it in my sketch book.

I keep it handy all the time.

No modern technologies can compare to my own handwriting or sketches.

MAC Lipstick in Candy Yum Yum Pink is my favourite color and MAC has nailed it.

The color is so vibrant and it’s easy to put on.

Sulwhasoo Overnight Vitalizing Mask Johanna Ho After graduating in fashion design from Central Saint Martins, Johanna Ho has been running her own eponymous brand of quirky knitwear. She’s also recently collaborated with revamped lifestyle store Maison Huit (8A, St Francis St., Wan Chai, 2520-0281) to create limited-edition cashmere cover-ups. www.johannaho.com

For busy (and lazy) people like myself. It hydrates and gives me a natural glow the following morning.

Scipian x Johanna Ho blanket It’s 100 percent cashmere, so the feel of it is excellent. The best thing is you can tuck it into a pillow. Perfect for frequent travelers like myself.

1. Kiehl’s Rice & Wheat Volumizing Shampoo Vitamin Supplements One small packet of Pharmanex Lifepak powdered fruit and veggie formula twice a day fulfills my daily vitamin and mineral needs. Save me lots of time digging into different bottles.

A shampoo that I can use on a daily basis because it’s paraben-free! It rinses off easily and doesn’t feel sticky afterwards.

2. Eye Make-Up Remover This Supremely Gentle Eye Make-up Remover from Kiehl’s takes care of my needs in just a few gentle wipes.

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Beauty & Wellness Your guide to looking fit and fabulous

Hot Opening

Curls Night Out Benefit, the queen of well-designed, perfectly packaged beauty products, has a new mascara on the market, and you’re going to love it: Roller Lash. Borrowing design inspiration from the humble oldschool hair roller, this heavy-duty lash enhancer contains an innovative formula with a special “Hook ‘N’ Roll” brush that simultaneously curls and coats your lashes.

The List has been trying it out for a few weeks now and we’re super impressed— the brush really does hook, separate and curl every lash, even those awkward corner ones, leaving you with big, clump-free peepers all day. It’s time to ditch those eyelash curlers, gals! $230 at all Benefit counters, including B1-11H, SOGO, 555 Hennessy Rd., Causeway Bay, 2831-3964, www.benefitcosmetics.com.

All Natural Goodness

hot OPening

Legendary Looks

Stay Sane

If you’re extra careful about what you smear all over your skin, then check out Herbal Legend. The artisanal French import is made in the “herbalist tradition,” which essentially just means the products are full of concentrated plant extracts and free of all chemical additives including parabens, silicone and artificial coloring.

Four handmade products have launched in Hong Kong so far, including a deeply moisturizing face mask ($480) and a refreshing elixir ($580) that aims to de-puff eyes and liven up complexions.

What’s more, the packaging is 100 percent biodegradable so nothing goes to waste.

Feeling squeezed by the overcrowded gyms in Central? Check out recently opened Sane Fitness, which is dedicated to personaltraining and sports education. The 1,700-square-foot workout area is more versatile than most facilities, with some quirky offerings like “Rumble Rollers” for tight muscles and a Freedom Climber that rotates 180-degrees for indoor rock climbing. There’s also the usual workout equipment, alongside more innovative machines like the PurMotion System, a wild-looking contraption that maximizes your workout using resistance. You can also sign up for fitness workshops, boxing classes, or speed and agility training—it’s up to you.

Order online from We are No Expert, www. wearenoexpert.com.

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Art Attack

March is an incredibly exciting time for the Hong Kong art scene.

Here’s our guide to the coolest art events, fairs, parties and exhibitions over the coming weeks. By Evelyn Lok. Additional reporting by Beatrice Wong.

Art Basel

Ahn Jun, Asia Hotel Art Fair

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Grotto Fine Art, Art Basel 2014

Ben Brown Fine Arts, Art Basel 2014

March 12

March 15-17

HK Art Gallery Association Art Night

Art Basel

Hong Kong’s Art Gallery Association (HKAGA) kicks off the packed schedule of festivities with HKAGA Art Night.

More than 40 member galleries from Sheung Wan to South Island to Chai Wan will extend their opening hours until 10pm and host performances, cocktail receptions and artist talks.

Art Basel returns for its third Hong Kong edition this March. Widely considered to be the world’s premier art show for modern and contemporary works, Art Basel has some new offerings this year: Hong Kong’s Am Space gallery, featuring sound artist Samson Young; and Leo Gallery from Hong Kong and Shanghai, showcasing works by Zhang Jianjun—best known for his large-scale installations reflecting on urban life in China.

6-10pm. Free, no registration required. www.hk-aga.org

Vernissage on Mar 14. HKCEC, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai.

Weekday ticket starts from $250 from www.hkticketing. com or on-site

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March 13-16 Asia Hotel Art Fair

March 13-15 Asia Contemporary Art Show March also marks this year’s spring edition of the Asia Contemporary Art Show, normally held twice a year.

ACAS is exhibiting galleries from five continents, spread out across five floors, at the Conrad Hotel. Among plenty of global talent, take a peek at some local artwork from galleries such as Fusia Arts and Fabrik Gallery, who will showcase works by photographer Pako Leung Pak-ho, and multimedia collage artist Mo Shah, respectively.

The Asia Hotel Art Fair moved across the harbor last year to the Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel. It’s the only major art event in Kowloon this month, and will also be taking over the adjacent Harbour City shopping mall with art installations displayed all over the public space, featuring works by a range of Japanese and Korean contemporary artists, as well as sketches and prints from world-renowned husband and wife duo Christo and Jean-Claude.

7-8/F, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, 3 Canton Rd., Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui. $100 from w ww.hkticketing. com. See more at hotelartfair.kr/hongkong2015.

40-44/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty. $180 in advance for two-for-one entry from www.hkticketing.com; $360 at the door. $260 for VIP tickets to the March 12 Collector’s Preview Night.

Art Alliance

Kim Byung-jin

Yuki Matsueda

March 14-15 Chai Wan Mei Gallery D3 Michelle

Rainbow Tse

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Launched in 2012 as an open studios event in the Island East neighborhood of Chai Wan, the Chai Wan Mei Art and Design Festival is the perfect way to get acquainted with the area’s up-and-coming art community. Throughout the weekend, you’ll get to explore over 30 open art and design spaces, on top of exciting guerrilla art installations (pop-up art and performances) staged all around the area. There’ll also be food supplied by Korean street food eatery Sook, freshly brewed coffee from café Common Ground, and sweets from Serge et le Phoque. Local resto FoodLab is also pairing up with artist Florian Ma to create a dining experience showcasing his art.

Mar 14, 11am-7pm; Mar 15, 11am-9pm. Free shuttle buses to and from Wan Chai, Central and Chai Wan run every 30 minutes. See chaiwanmei.org for further details.

March 15-18 Wong Chuk Hang Art Night For a chance to explore the Southside’s ever-growing art scene, check out the third edition of the annual Wong Chuk Hang Art Night. As one of the much-anticipated events of Art Basel and the new Art Central’s VIP programs, the public will be able to visit more than 20 of the South Island Cultural District’s art galleries and artist studios, and join in on an evening of live music and dance performances, food and drink.

For those who can’t make it that evening, the event extends into a Wong Chuk Hang Open Doors Weekend lasting from 11am-6pm for the next two days.

Mar 15, 5-11pm. Free shuttle bus service provided from Wan Chai and Central, and on a circular Southside route from 5-10pm. See www.sicd.com.hk for more details.

Xia Yu, “Going to Work”

Music performance by Sze & Nelson

March 14-16 Art Central The latest addition to Hong Kong’s art fair roster is Art Central, created by the founders of homegrown fair Art HK. Held at the Central Harbourfront just a stone’s throw from the Convention Centre, it’s to be the most prominent satellite event to Art Basel of late. The fair will be housed in the biggest temporary tent structure Hong Kong has seen, designed by London architectural firm Stiff & Trevillion. For a place to rest your feet between all the art? Head to an onsite pop-up by swanky European eatery The Continental.

VIP Preview Mar 13-14, 10am onwards. Mar 14-15, 11am-7pm; 16, 11am-5pm. $50-200 from www.hkticketing. com. Book before Mar 13 for one complimentary entry.

Kids’ corner at Ovolo Hotel

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March 7-8; 14-15 Fotanian Open Studios Now in its 15th edition, the yearly Fotanian Open Studios opens up the typically private studios of the artists working at Fo Tan’s industrial buildings to the public. This time, the studios will be open for two weekends throughout March. Visitors are encouraged to browse at their leisure, take a guided tour or attend one of many panel discussions with the artists themselves.

Wah Luen Industrial Centre and nearby buildings, 15-21 Wong Chuk Yeung St., Fo Tan. www.facebook.com/FotanianOpenStudios

Other fascinating events worth catching: Following several yearly “nomadic” exhibitions held by the West Kowloon Cultural District, this year Mobile M+ (the future Kowloon arts musuem) is presenting a comprehensive thematic film program and a twopart exhibition showcasing a burgeoning collection of moving images. Over 32 screened films explore different meanings of the word “moving” with an array of poignant social topics, such as through Clara Law’s well-known 1996 film “Floating Life” about migration and the muddled definition of ”home.”

Courtesy Chang Chien-chi, Magnum Photos, Chi-wen Gallery

Mobile M+: Moving Images

Thematic screening schedules: Mar 20-22; Apr 3-5; Apr 17-1. Broadway Cinematheque. $80. www.cinema.com. hk. Exhibitions: Mar 13-Apr 26, Midtown POP, Causeway Bay; Mar 15-Apr 26, Cattle Depot Artist Village, To Kwa Wan

Intelligence Squared Asia: The Art World Is A Boys’ Club Taking place in conjunction with Art Basel is a cultural debate hosted by Intelligence Squared Asia. Inviting a roll call of merited thinkers across the finance, business and education circles, they will be discussing the notion of whether the art world is ruled by men, or whether women have in recent years been gradually tipping the scale of gender imbalance. Come hear them out and see if you can make up your own mind.

Mar 16, 7:30-9pm. Room N101, HKCEC. $300 from hkticketing.com

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art galleries Quite the collection

EC Gallery Standing for Exhibition Centre, EC Gallery commits itself to showing emerging young talents in Hong Kong and China. If you’ve ever wanted to see quirky, conceptual pieces, new media art, or fresh new approaches to traditional mediums such as Chinese ink, this is the place.

72A Hollywood Rd., Central, 2519-6178

Puerta Roja

French art dealer Édouard Malingue’s gallery opened in 2010 with an exhibition of Picasso’s works. Flash forward five years, it has moved to a larger and brighter space on Des Voeux Road Central. EM mainly shows a wide range of international contemporary art, but also represents several Hong Kongbased artists such as Ko Sin-tung and João Vasco Paiva.

HONG KONG ISLAND 10 Chancery Lane Gallery

Established in 2001, this gallery focuses on established and emerging artists from around the world. It not only holds exhibitions of paintings, photographs, installations and videos, but also performances by renowned artists. Featured Hong Kong artists include Simon Birch, William Furniss and Anthony Lam. 10 Chancery Lane, Central, 2810-0065, www.10chancerylanegallery.com

AO Vertical Art Space

AO Vertical Art Space

AP Contemporary AP Contemporary is dedicated to supporting up-and-coming contemporary artists, especially those from developing countries like Brazil, Russia, India and China. Having said that, European and American talents are also represented at this space.

28 Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 3105-2118, www.apcontemporary.com

Launched in 2012, AO Vertical Art Space is the city’s first vertical flow gallery, which exhibits works in a spiraling stairwell from the third to 13th floors. The gallery mainly showcases photography works, such as by renowned Hong Kong streetscape photographer Ho Fan.

Contemporary

by Angela Li

3-13/F, Asia One Tower, 8 Fung Yip St., Chai Wan, 2976-0913, www.aovertical.com

248 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 3571-8200, www.cbal.com.hk

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Edouard Malingue Gallery

Perhaps best known for introducing Chinese artists Chen Jiagang and Liao Yibai to the art world, CBAL boasts a lovely space and carefully curated exhibitions.

6/F, 33 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2810-0317, www.edouardmalingue.com

Galerie du Monde Galerie du Monde is one of the oldest galleries in Hong Kong, established in 1974.

It specializes in modern and contemporary works by Chinese artists. The gallery is also a champion of up-and-coming talents, known for innovative exhibits that cross mediums: from sculpture to photography, paper media to canvas.

Room 108, 1/F, Ruttonjee Centre, 11 Duddell St., Central, 2525-0529, www.galeriedumonde.com

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Karin Weber Gallery

The Cat Street Gallery

The gallery organizes exhibitions of established and rising international artists. In its beginnings, KW gave regular spotlight to artists from Burma, but recently the gallery’s repertoire ranges from local to East Asian artists.

It carries a comprehensive selection of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, gouache, ink on paper and mixed media.

Showcasing contemporary and modern art in a variety of mediums, Cat Street exhibits emerging and established artists from around the world. Recently the gallery has been focusing on young emerging artists from the city, exhibiting edgy drawings and paintings from artists such as Vanessa Wong and Bosco Law.

20 Aberdeen St., Central, 2544-5004 www.karinwebergallery.com

222 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2291-0006, www.thecatstreetgallery.com

Para Site Art Space

Established in 2008 and representing contemporary works from international and local figures, Gallery Exit acts as a platform that seeks to foster artists’ growth over the long term. Represented artists include immersive installation creator Nadim Abbas, video artist Silas Fong, photographer Chen Wei, and more.

3/F, Blue Box Factory Building, 25 Hing Wo St., Aberdeen, 2541-1299, www.galleryexit.com

Hanart TZ Gallery One of the oldest galleries in Hong Kong, Hanart TZ celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2014 with a string of exhibitions by leading contemporary Chinese artists.

As specialists in the genre, Hanart has exhibited works in oil, ink, print, sculpture, photography and video by internationally recognized mainland, Taiwanese and Hong Kong artists.

Room 407, Pedder Building, 12 Pedder St., Central, 2526-9019, www.hanart.com

Mur Nomade Founded in 2012 by curator Amandine Hervey, Mur Nomade is a curatorial office and gallery based in Aberdeen. The gallery holds regular exhibitions mainly showing work from local contemporary artists, as well as many site-specific shows all across Hong Kong. Regular exhibitors include Claire Lee and Sarah Lai Cheuk-wah.

Founded in 1996 as the city’s first artistrun art space, Para Site is a cuttingedge visual arts organization that produces, exhibits and communicates high-quality local and international contemporary art.

It’s widely considered to show some of the most thought-provoking work in the city, and currently hosts art residency programs for visiting artists and curators to engage with the local and regional art scene.

22/F, Wing Wah Industrial Building, 677 King’s Rd., Quarry Bay, 2517-4620, www.para-site.org.hk

Room 1606, 16/F, Hing Wai Centre, 7 Tin Wan Praya Rd., Aberdeen, murnomade.com

Mur Nomade

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Plum Blossoms Gallery

Sin Sin Fine Art

YY9 Gallery

Zee Stone Gallery

One of the longstanding galleries in Hong Kong, it’s named after founding director Sin Sin Man. The gallery represents and promotes Chinese and Southeast Asian artists and photographers, with a focus on Chinese, Indonesian and Thai art. It has two locations right across the street from each other on Sai Street.

Initially branching off of design consultancy 2b Square, YY9 Gallery has since moved from its Happy Valley location to its current spot in an industrial building in Chai Wan. It celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2015, continuing to shine light on works—particularly on art objects and paintings—by local artists.

Zee Stone, established in 1991, exhibits a wide range of contemporary artists from mainland China, using both ink and color on paper and oil on canvas.

The gallery’s exhibitions reflect the rich diversity of contemporary Chinese art, including abstract landscapes, realistic portraits, paintings on rice paper by traditionally trained Chinese masters and new work by a younger generation in acrylic and mixed media.

53-54 Sai St., Sheung Wan, 2858-5072, www.sinsin.com.hk

Parkview Art Hong Kong Located at the former space of renowned local gallery Schoeni Art, Parkview Art Gallery is a new artistic venture of the Parkview Group headed by its chairman, George Wong. A staunch supporter of Chinese art, the gallery presents premium exhibitions of group and individual artists who make regular appearances in international art fairs, and particularly showcase modern European art and works by regional greats.

Shop 6, UG/F, Sunrise House, 27 Old Bailey St., Central, 2413-0068, www.parkviewarthk.com

2/F, Chai Wan Industrial City Phase, 160 Wing Tai Rd., Chai Wan, 2574-3730, www.2bsquare.com

G/F, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2810-5895, www.zeestone.com

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Plum Blossoms Gallery Recognized for its exhibitions of contemporary Asian art as well as an outstanding collection of museum-quality ancient textiles, Plum Blossoms is an established platform for the promotion of both ancient and modern arts.

14/F, Cheung Tak Building, 30 Heung Yip Rd., Wong Chuk Hang, 2521-2189, www.plumblossoms.com

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KOWLOON & NEW TERRITORIES 1a Space

Founded in 1998, 1a Space—located in a former cattle shed—is one of the city’s leading contemporary visual art organizations. An independent, non-profit venture established by a group of local artists, it encourages interaction between the art community and the public and often features works by emerging young artists that have freshly graduated from local universities.

Unit 14, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd., To Kwa Wan, 2529-0087, www.oneaspace.org.hk

A-Lift Gallery Championing local Hong Kong artists, A-Lift Gallery is one of the rarer noted galleries still located in Fo Tan that help foster young and emerging artists in their research, experiments and art.

It often steers away from the major local art fairs and instead tends to make more appearances at events abroad to allow outreach for the next generation of Hong Kong artists.

Unit 804 & 1003, Block A, Wah Luen Industrial Centre, 15-21 Wong Chuk Yeung St., Fo Tan, 2690-3038, www.a-lift.hk

Hong Kong boasts so many art galleries, where do you even begin? Evelyn Lok selects a few stand-out spaces for your next visit.

Osage Gallery

Above Second

With three locations across Beijing, Shanghai and in Hong Kong, Osage Gallery is widely recognized as one of the main cultural movers and shakers in the region, in its work promoting art and education across Asia. It regularly host exhibitions and pioneering projects that address local issues and helps others appreciate and build relationships between different cultures.

Open since 2010, Above Second adds a slice of urban attitude to the city’s vibrant art scene by showing work from art schools or the streets. With a non-stop lineup of international artists in residencies, you’ll see everything from graffiti to graphic design, pop culture to street art.

4/F, Union Hing Yip Factory Building, 20 Hing Yip St., Kwun Tong, 2793-4817, www.osagegallery.com

The Salt Yard Open since January 2013, The Salt Yard is an independent arts space dedicated to photography. It’s named after the traditional use of the area—as Kwun Tong was a salt yard back in the day. The gallery is strongly connected to local history and culture, providing a particular focus on social issues. Operating on a non-profit basis, The Salt Yard regularly handpicks works by both local and overseas photographers to exhibit. Catch its final exhibition before the space closes down in April 2015.

Unit B1, 4/F, Jone Mult Industrial Building, 169 Wai Yip St., Kwun Tong, 3563-8003, www.thesaltyard.hk

The Salt Yard

Videotage Merging the concepts of video and montage, Videotage is a non-profit interdisciplinary artist collective founded in 1985 that focuses on the development of video and new media art in Hong Kong.

The Salt Yard

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Unit 13, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd., To Kwa Wan, 2573-1869, www.videotage.org.hk

9 First St., Sai Ying Pun, 3483-7950, www.above-second.com

Avenue Des Arts Established in December 2013, the art consultancy and gallery helmed by Dimitri Lorin introduces mainly French artists to Hong Kong art-lovers.

Represented artists run the full gamut in terms of the mediums they use, from gestural sculptor Laurence Bonnel to Morrocan optical artist Marcos Marin to French-Chinese painter Marc Allante, who draws influences from Asian and European artmaking methods.

Unit 6, 12/F, Hollywood Centre, 233 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2744-6699

La Galerie First opened in winter 2014, La Galerie was founded by two avid lovers of art photography, Cyril Delettre and Marie-Florence Gros. The gallery focuses on bringing high-quality art photography to Hong Kong. Its first two exhibitions saw the works of French photographer

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Vincent Fournier, plus prints and photographs of Picasso adorn its walls.

74 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2540-4777

General Store furniture is all for sale, and on top of that, founder and sound producer Shane Aspegren curates exhibitions and alternative events for the space. If you’re looking to host a private kitchen or special event, the studio and music equipment is also available for rent.

Unit 5, 14/F, Chai Wan Industrial City Phase One, 60 Wing Tai Rd., Chai Wan, 9667-1844

The Empty Gallery Puerta Roja Puerta Roja was established by art dealer Adriana Alvarez-Nichol to promote Latin American and Spanish art and artists to the Hong Kong audience, representing talent such as digital artist Miguel Chevalier and Argentinian surrealist painter Martha Zuik. Drawings, etchings, glasswork and sculptures are all featured here.

Shop A, Wai Yue Building, 15-17 New St., Sheung Wan, 2803-0332, www.puerta-roja.com

Joining Hong Kong’s art scene just in time for 2015’s packed March art month schedule is The Empty Gallery. Founded by art lover and patron Stephen Cheng, the 3,000-square-foot space is located in Aberdeen, and was designed with zen sensibilities in mind: the whole gallery is decorated a minimalist black color, aimed at hosting various visual arts, music, dance, and performance art by artists from across the globe.

gallery also shares a space with the restobar Artichoke Canteen.

Unit 311, 3/F, Harbour Industrial Centre, 10 Lee Hing St., Ap Lei Chau, 2580-0393, www.facebook.com/toofcontemporary

Yallay Gallery Yallay Gallery opened in early 2013 in Wong Chuk Hang. Where much of the local art scene was fascinated in the mid-noughties on the first generation of contemporary Chinese artists, Yallay’s founder Jean Marc Decrop decided instead to play host to the newer crop of artists from China, and go off the beaten path in search of talent from Indonesia, South Asia and the Middle East. It is one of the first galleries in Asia to showcase Arab, Iranian and Turkish contemporary art.

Unit 3C, Yally Building, 6 Yip Fat St., Wong Chuk Hang, 3575-9417

19/F, Grand Marine Center, 3 Yue Fung St., Aberdeen, theemptygallery.com

The Popsy Room Jennifer Chung, the founder of this unique art space, firmly believes that art should be experienced through all our senses. Hence all exhibitions, featuring local and international artists, cater to vision, sound, smell, and particularly taste: coinciding with the exhibitions every two months is an artfood pairing menu, which patrons can book for a private dining experience.

The Empty Gallery

30 Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, 2234-6711, www.thepopsyroom.com

Toof Contemporary Studio Ha! Studio Ha! is a collaborative project between music production company Bellows and Sheung Wan vintage boutique General Store. The featured

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The only gallery located on Ap Lei Chau listed under the South Island Cultural District is Toof Contemporary, a space which showcases thoughtprovoking contemporary art of all mediums from across the globe, with a particular focus on Brazilian and wider Latin American artists. The

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Art Collection 101 Ahead of all the art festivities this year, continuing education center HKU Space teamed up with Art Basel and Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design to launch Collecting Contemporary Art, a first-of-its-kind course for those new to the scene. Ken Wong of HKU Space, who helped organize the classes, talks us through his insight for novices.

The List: How are you affiliated with the art world?

Ken Wong: I’m the head and principal lecturer in global cities at HKU SPACE, the continuing education arm of the University.

I’m also a co-founder of NarrativeHK, which

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is devoted to long-term improvements in Hong Kong in the way of events, workshops, arts and culture, and creative breakthroughs. I teach and write articles about art and cultural industries as well as promote Hong Kong as a creative city.

The List: When did you get into art collecting?

KW: My parents collect calligraphy, watches and teapots, so I grew up around art but without any master plan. It was eight years ago when I brought my first artwork. In comparison, my peers are streets ahead of me.

The List: Why did you start the Collecting Contemporary Art program?

KW: I remember when I first walked into an art gallery—the experience was intimidating. I can totally understand the concerns of the younger generation of collectors when they come into the art

market, want to collect, and realize that there are barriers. This is why I started this collecting program with Central Saint Martins and Art Basel.

The List: What does the program hope to achieve?

KW: Many new collectors make mistakes: buying art that goes beyond his or her budget, getting too caught up in the hype, collecting too many artists, or buying pieces randomly without a plan to build a collection. The program lets people listen to and interact with some 20 speakers, including Marc Spiegler, Lars Nittve, Hammad Nasar, Florian Knothe, Jehan Chu and Pascal De Sarthe. By the end, I hope participants will have a clearer idea of how art collecting works, where to start with buying a first piece, how to get it insured, how to frame it properly, and of course, how to minimize mistakes and risks.

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The List: Why is the emphasis on contemporary art?

KW: The contemporary art world is becoming a major social event, and every year people are there to see and to be seen, as much as to shop around and perhaps buy art. This phenomenon is growing fast in Hong Kong and in Asia.

If you start collecting teapots or calligraphy as my parents did, you will never experience this excitement. Fairs, preview parties, opening events and biennials allow you to mingle with lots of new people and perhaps also with the artists whose works you’re interested in.

The List: What should a new collector consider before making purchases?

KW: New collectors should come up with a set of rules for themselves, at least in the beginning—maybe it is a budget rule or a plan limiting the number of themes,

artists and mediums that they want to focus on. To me, the greatest beginners do not solely rely on consultants’ or friends’ opinions. Instead, they do a lot of their own homework and take some risks.

The List: What’s the best way to discover up-and-coming talents?

KW: New collectors should not only carefully choose young artists at graduation shows but also look for a unique style or identity. Another good way to keep your eye on emerging artists is to look at independent pop-up shows and art awards, where art professors nominate young artists and they’re judged by an esteemed panel of critics, artists and curators.

emerging artists and incentivizes our young generation of collectors to invest in artworks and the future art scene of this city. So art buying is a form of investing in a different attitude and lifestyle—a new way to look at things. It is an investment that enriches your way of life for many years to come!

Keen to kick-start your collection? Sign up for next year’s Collecting Contemporary Art sessions ($29,000 tuition for six modules, November 2015). Learn more here: hkuspace.hku.hk.

The List: Is art a good investment?

KW: It all depends on how you define a good investment. To me, it is about how the collector grows the art ecosystem, supports

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Affordable Art More Monet, more problems

Picture This Gallery

Affordable Art Fair Mark your calendar for the third annual Affordable Art Fair on May 22-24. More than 130 galleries will be participating, plus there will be a long lineup of workshops, interactive programs and educational sessions. Everything on sale will be priced between $1,000 and $100,000—featuring a mix of household names and up-and-coming artists. Can’t commit to the big bucks?

Make a beeline for the “Under $10,000 Wall” for wallet-friendly works of art.

Tickets from $150.

Hall 3B&C, HKCEC, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, 6220-5682, affordableartfair. com/hongkong

Art in a Box Crafty subscription service Art in a Box is the perfect way for art lovers to kickstart their collection, especially for Hongkongers in tiny flats who may want to spruce up their living space with affordable and easily displayed art.

You’ll receive monthly boxes of original paintings,

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prints and more. Each piece is made by different artists from the Bay Area in the US and curated by the Compound Gallery in Oakland, California.

Subscriptions start from US$60 per month (about $460) for a minimum of three months, with international shipping rate included. artinabox.net

Been Here There and Everywhere Canvas Company Typography enthusiasts will adore the work done by Been Here There and Everywhere Canvas Company.

Known for its signature text-based canvas artworks, it offers personalized and customized pieces for baby birth announcements, scrolls, world travels, family rules, favorite quotes, or pretty much any text you want stylized and stretched onto a canvas and framed.

Have a photo you’ve taken that you want printed and framed? BHTE can do it for you as well, in a range of different styles and sizes starting from $450 for an A4-sized canvas print. These ideas also serve as great gifts.

9772-3864, www.beenherethereand everywhere.com.hk

Blank

Blank If you’re looking for one-of-akind designs for your wall and rug decorations, online store Blank provides bespoke services for you to create a unique motif running through your home. Choose from iconic prints or patterns, or feel free to bring your own ideas to the table for a truly personalized piece of art. Smaller canvases are also offered at Blank, such as a personalized family tree or word search made up of the names of your dearest, for a warm and affordable gift.

2239-4303, www.blankbespokeart.com

Ciaolink Founded by Japanese designer Megumi Takami, Ciaolink is an online brand selling artworks of beautiful Hong Kong townscapes: from views of the harbor to an impression of the city’s busy neon signs and more. Drawn by the Japanese artist Kiyoko Yamaguchi, the incredibly detailed artworks are done on an exclusive “Pachika” paper, which

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reacts to heat and pressure to create an interesting embossed texture.

They’re great as gifts for friends leaving Hong Kong, but can also be beautiful additions to any room. Free delivery when you order online. Ciaolink’s artworks are also sold at The Mixing Bowl (5 Shin Hing St., Sheung Wan, 2524-0001) and Inside (Shop 1201, Horizon Plaza, Ap Lei Chau, 2873-1795). ciaolink.com

Fleye Photography Created by artists who aim to make excellent humanist photography more accessible, Hong Kong-based Fleye sells its collections at affordable prices ($800-2,500) and has a constantly growing stable of contributors from around the world—never exceding 350 pieces on sale at one time. Look for the gorgeous Hong Kong Tramways collection or venture farther afield with images from Indonesia or Laos. Buy online to have the images are shipped to your door (shipping costs $150), or shop in person at Kapok. (HG10-12, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2858-8170).

some awesome antiques, InBetween also carries original vintage posters— think David Bowie concert posters and artwork from cult movies such as “2001: A Space Odyssey.”

6B Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 9677-7815, www.inbetweenshop.com

Odd One Out A pretension-free outfit in the ever-evolving St. Francis Street neighborhood, Odd One Out stocks various handmade goods, including greeting cards, screen-printed tote bags and home décor, as well as

original art prints. No digital shortcuts here—we’re talking mad intaglio and lithograph skills, in addition to screenprints, etchings and engravings.

Instead of impractical price tags and high-profile artists, Odd One Out claims to champion the little guy with affordable ($500 to $6,000) original prints from up-and-coming creatives.

There’s an SFS Cafe as well, which is also a no-frills affair with a simple menu, wooden benches and awesome coffee.

14 St. Francis St., Wan Chai, 2529-3955, www.oddoneout.hk

Been Here There and Everywhere Canvas Company

5190-8304, www.fleye.photography

Hong Kong Murals A whimsical wall mural is the perfect way to activate the imagination of any child and liven up those bedroom walls. Choose from several styles such as spot murals that feature your kid’s favorite characters, to large-scale pieces, to strictly on-canvas creations.

Though her main business is art tutoring these days (hkarttutoring.com), resident artist Gail Deayton is happy to consider murals on request starting from about $15,000.

9722-8353, www.hongkongmurals.com

InBetween Shop This edgy vintage store fits right in on hipster Tai Ping Shan Street in Sheung Wan. Though it mainly stocks an assortment of jewelry and quirky home décor items from local designers, plus

Ciaolink

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Picture This

PubArt

Established by Christopher and Pamela Bailey more than a decade ago, Picture This has grown to become one of the city’s most frequented art shops. The duo curates fine art photography, vintage and contemporary posters, maps, early photographs of Hong Kong and China, so it’s the perfect place to shop for that unique addition to your home.

The company also carries antiquarian and secondhand books about Asia, photographs for children’s rooms, and sporting prints. In addition to the shop, there’s also a gallery space which holds regularly changing exhibitions (Unit 1308, 13/F, 9 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2525-2820).

Founded in 2012, PubArt Gallery is an approachable space for art lovers to mingle and appreciate the growing local creative scene. The gallery dedicates itself to showcasing innovative exhibits in a variety of mediums and championing emerging local talents.

So far, more than 45 Hong Kong artists have been on display here. Of course, the gallery is as devoted to the public as it is to the artists—look out for accessibly priced pieces as well as hands-on workshops.

Shop 212, 2/F, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2525-2803, www.picturethiscollection.com

Plum8 If you’re looking to give your walls some local flavor, give online gallery Plum8 a browse. It aims to give exposure to local artists, such as Tang Ying-chi and Pete Ross, and all the works on sale are curated under seasonally changing themes. Aiming to make art affordable and accessible, Plum8 sells limited prints, as well as paintings and sculptures at very reasonable prices, starting at just a couple of hundred dollars for a print. The shopping is all done safely online and is delivered straight to your home with a 14-day return guarantee. www.plum8.com

7B Chancery Lane, Central, 2840-1809, www.pubart-gallery.com

Wattis Fine Art Wattis Fine Art opened in 1988 and has established a reputation for its specialization in historical pictures, antique maps, paintings and travel books of East Asia. Its collections cover late 16th century to 20th century Pearl River Delta, Canton, Macau, Hong Kong and the Philippines, and paint a vivd picture of the region and its history. If you’re looking to decorate your place with some dapper historical flair, this is your go-to place.

2/F, 20 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2524-5302, www.wattis.com.hk

YellowKorner Established in 2006 by two friends and avid photography lovers, YellowKorner aims to become a global purveyor of top quality photography prints. There are two branches in Hong Kong: one in IFC and another in arts and design hub PMQ. You’ll find beautiful works by historical, contemporary and modern masters, from monochrome vintage photographs to urban snapshots from all over the world. They all come with a certification of authenticity and you can choose your prints in multiple sizes, mounts and frames. It also offers photography and Photoshop classes.

Shop 3022B, 3/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2578-5888, en.yellowkorner.com

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The Writing’s On The Wall Last year, street art festival HKwalls turned a series of walls and shutters in Sheung Wan into works of art by local and international graffiti artists.

Event co-founder Jason Dembski talks to Charley Mulliner about Hong Kong’s street art scene.

The List: What is the street art scene like in Hong Kong?

Jason Dembski: There’s a small scene in Hong Kong in comparison to what you would see in New York or other big cities, so we want to help promote that.

We want to give these artists some exposure and raise some awareness of the scene to help grow it, but then also to provide something during art month in

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Hong Kong, something more than private parties and private galleries.

The List: HKwalls had its first event last year. What goes on?

JD: Businesses just give us permission to use their walls and we take care of the rest from there. So it’s legal—nobody gets arrested! It was a lot of fun and it was fairly successful. Hopefully we will have quite a few more artists this year. Hong Kong is all about the big commercial galleries and I think it’s nice to see other artists outside of that. I think it’s good to get these guys exposure, for all of the public to see and appreciate their art.

The List: Why hold the event in Sheung Wan? JD: The area has a long history of antiques and art. With all the galleries

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coming in there’s a transformation—a contrast between the galleries, the art shops and Cat Street. Sheung Wan has these different layers of art already there, so we thought the area might be receptive to the idea.

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The List: What do you say to people who see street art as vandalism?

JD: I don’t consider what we do to be vandalism, simply because we do have permission. Whether or not people call it art or appreciate it or not, that’s very subjective. I think there’s a pretty big distinction between what we produce and vandalism. Last year once or twice people saw us painting and called the police: they came and talked to the owner and it was fine.

The List: Which local artists should we look out for?

JD: Parent’s Parents (www.facebook. com/parentsparent) are an up-andcoming local crew of three guys and a girl who come from graphic design and graffiti backgrounds—they’re really interesting. I would describe the art as illustrative, with a good sense of

humor. I think they are pretty unique, especially for Hong Kong, and even for Asian artists. Xeme (xeme.tumblr.com) has been writing graffiti in Hong Kong for longer. Being one of the more prolific graffiti artists in Hong Kong, he can be found pretty much everywhere. He’s also one of the more well-known writers in Asia. He’s got kind of a scenic, unique use of geometry, which is quite nice.

He also does some brush work which is calligraphy-esque.

The List: How can we get involved?

JD: Participation is just about seeing the process and exploring the neighborhood to find these things, as well as having an event to celebrate at the end of the week, which is totally open to the public.

HKwalls takes place between March 9-15 around Sheung Wan. For more information see hkwalls.org.

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events and provides all materials needed, including canvases, acrylic paints, easels, aprons and music to set the perfect mood. Bonart also has fun art classes such as “Terrarium,” where groups can work together to create— you guessed it—a lush terrarium that can be used as a quirky gift or a funky home accent.

2789-2782, www.bonart-hk.com

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Anastassia’s Art House

Art With Dee Dee Choy

Anastassia’s art studio and gallery runs classes for children and adults alike. Enroll in one of the comprehensive courses on oil and acrylic painting, drawing or even ceramics and pottery. The classes go above and beyond the basics—in oil and acrylic painting, for example, you’ll learn about capturing light, atmosphere and mood, as well as composition, brush techniques and color theory.

There are 10 campuses across town.

Want a more spontaneous approach to art? Get a group of friends together for an art party. The parties are three hours and start at $500 per person. Catering is also available on request.

Local artist Dee Dee Choy can help you unlock your creative side, with classes in oil painting, drawing and painting, and fashion illustration. Not only does she have artsy credentials—her works are currently displaying at YY9 Gallery’s 10th Anniversary Exhibitions until March 31—her students have also gone on to study at prestigious art schools with scholarships, including Central Saint Martins. Classes start at $880 for four sessions.

1A Wong Nai Chung Rd., Happy Valley, 2838-0040, www.arthouse-hk.com

7C, Brilliant Court, 8 Kennedy St., Wan Chai, 9422-4122, www.deedeechoy.com

Bonart Bonart is popular with both children and adults—it encourages the idea that anyone can be an artist as long as they are willing to create. Held at various locations, Bonart offers group painting

Cecilia Art Studio Behind this studio is Hong Kong artist Cecilia Ho, who was the first Chinese artist to exhibit at the Royal Academy of Arts’ summer exhibition in London. She runs lessons for people of all ages—anyone from 3-year-olds to adults. Take a class in drawing, sketching, oil and acrylic painting, Chinese painting and calligraphy.

Trial lessons start at $220, while eight-session packages range from $1,520-2,500. Classes are taught in Cantonese, Putonghua, English or French.

16A, Heng Shan Centre, 145 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2520-2526, www.artamaze.com

Colour My World Colour My World offers workshops in fine arts and performing arts. Aside from classes for children, there are adult creative workshops--which cover a variety of mediums, including oils, sketching, painting and printmaking, as well as digital photography and even darkroom processing. Aspiring artists as well as those with more experience are both welcome.

Room 108, Aberdeen Marina Tower, 8 Shum Wan Rd., Aberdeen, 2580-5028, www.colour-my-world.com

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Hong Kong Art School (Wan Chai) Established by the Hong Kong Arts Centre, Hong Kong Art School offers full- and part-time programs in fine arts, media arts, drama, Chinese arts, music and dance. While the school confers bachelor’s and master’s degrees, there are also short courses in English available for hobbyists which include ceramic-throwing workshops, drawing, painting and calligraphy.

Expect most classes to be kept to a maximum of 15 students to ensure plenty of personal attention.

8/F, Rm. 819, Youth Square, 238 Chai Wan Rd., Wan Chai, 2922-2822, www.hkas.edu.hk

Oscary Wine & Art Get creative with your artsy family and friends by spending an afternoon painting in the open air (or indoors) at Oscary Wine & Art. Choose from a three- to four-hour workshop on acrylic painting ($200), which includes a canvas or tote bag plus painting materials; or a terrarium class for two or three hours, teaching you how to grow plants inside a glass container ($250 and up, including all materials).

There are packages available for birthday parties, team building and even bridal showers, where Oscary provides free-flow soft drinks, snacks and equipment for a BBQ. Shop A, 14 Shing Wong St., Sheung Wan, 2964-9111, www.facebook.com/oscary. wine.and.art

Random Art Workshop Get the creative juices flowing with your friends at Random Art Workshop (RAW). This artistic hub offers workshops on just about everything you can think of: photography, videography, life drawing and painting, as well as scrapbooking, card-making and jewelry making classes. There are also parentchild friendly workshops. Be sure to email in advance to book a slot.

and budget. Take the group acrylic painting course for example, where you can learn the basic techniques of painting from seasoned tutors. Classes start at $1,600 for four lessons. Private party packages start at $1,000 per hour with the use of the venue for a minimum of three hours—not a bad deal for a centrally located space.

13A, Winning Centre, 46-48 Wyndham St., Central, 2523-3852, www.studio83.com.hk

Studio 6, 20/F, Oceanic Industrial Centre, 2 Lee Lok St., Ap Lei Chau, www.randomartworkshop.com

Sascha Camille Howard Hong Kong-born painter Sascha Camille Howard set up a studio in Sai Kung, where she holds a life drawing class every Wednesday to give you the opportunity to experiment with your artistic hand. Rookies are more than welcome to come along and give it a go. Classes are $150 for pre-booked sessions and $200 for drop-ins.

Sessions are relaxed and friendly, with an emphasis on skills in painting different parts of the body. Sascha says life drawing teaches participants to develop their own artistic style.

Anastassia’s Art House

G/F, 787 Po Tung Rd., Sai Kung, 9254-8803, www.saschahoward.com

Hong Kong Art Tutoring Classes at Hong Kong Art Tutoring take place inside a purpose-built studio space. There is a wide range of courses available for students as well as company team building. Among others, the studio offers life drawing classes, which train the eye and teach students about line and form. Contact the studio to inquire on group rates. Private lessons for all art courses start at $800 per 90-minute session.

21/F, Chu Kee Building, 435 King’s Rd., North Point, 9722-8353, hkarttutoring.com

Studio 83 A painting studio and art space, Studio 83 was established in 2008 and holds tons of art classes to suit every taste

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Art Supplies Brush up

Dirty Panda Dirty Panda is one of the city’s only graffiti supply stores, selling materials and books to artists, along with its own line of T-shirts. The company is big on spray paint, selling dozens of varieties of Spanish brand Montana in hundreds of colors—some of which are limited edition and hard to get hold of. The warehouse in Kwai Chung also stocks a large range of permanent inks and markers, for when that urge to create something immovable grabs you. By appointment; cash only.

12/F, Block A, Profit Industrial Building, 1-15 Kwai Fung Crescent, Kwai Chung, 9252-5663 Sta-Art

A&A Accessory If you’re into making jewelry, then you may want to make a trip to A&A Accessory, which is home to all kinds of basic supplies, such as clasps, wires and hooks. The place is also stuffed with tubs of beads and pendants in all shapes and sizes, which could be just what you’re looking for to round out your latest creation.

211 Yu Chau St., Sham Shui Po, 2729-0398

Artland Artland is a leading supplier of all things art-related, and it stocks every stationery essential you could possibly need. A good choice for more specialized items such as paints, easels and sketching pencils, the experts at the store are on hand to ensure you purchase exactly what you are looking for. Going way beyond your basic pens and pencils, this is a onestop shop to fill your arts and crafts box to the brim. It also holds regular art exhibitions and workshops in its 4,000 square-foot space: check the website for a schedule.

3/F, Lockhart Centre, 301-307 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, 2511-4845, www.artland.com.hk

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Bao Quan Ornament Company Bao Quan is one of many bead and jewelry accessory shops in Sham Shui Po. Like many of its neighbors, Bao Quan is overflowing with supplies, but one thing that sets it apart? The store has a surprisingly functional website (currently in Chinese only) that allows you to browse through the offerings before making the trip. It also sells a wide range of jade bangles, Buddha pendants and carvings.

241 Ki Lung St., Sham Shui Po, 2361-7200, www.baoquan.com.hk

Chung Nam Book & Stationery Chung Nam Book & Stationery is one of the largest stationery stores in Hong Kong and has moved from its original spot in Mong Kok over to nearby Yau Ma Tei. There are some 20,000 types of stationery products ranging from pens to office copiers; paint brushes to professional drawing boards.

503 Nathan Rd., Yau Ma Tei, 2384-2430

Fliegen Scrapbook and Craft Store By moving to a bigger location just down the road, Fliegen Scrapbook and Craft Store can now cram even more into this scrapbooker’s heaven. Not only does the shop offer an extensive collection of professional and DIY scrapbooking materials, but it also hosts a variety of scrapbook and card-making workshops for all the keen crafters out there.

Room B, 5/F, Savoy Mansion, 49 Carnarvon Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 6405-5405

Hong Kong Paper Art If you are obsessed with crafts, this place is perfect for you. Founded in 1994, Paper Art’s mission is to introduce more eco-friendly paper to Hong Kong. You can find rubber stamps, cotton papers, stamping accessories and even stencils—all that speak to your green conscience.

You can also become a member of Hobby Hub through Hong Kong Paper Art and share your passion of crafting with others during meet-ups. Don’t have space at home to indulge in your hobby? Spread out in the store’s very own craft corner (booking required).

104-106 Tung Ming Building, 40-42 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2545-8985, www.hkpaperart.com

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Yau Sang Cheong

Man Luen Choon has been around for more than half a century, peddling calligraphy- and ink painting-related wares. The store specializes in brushes in particular: If you need help deciding between the 100-plus varieties, just ask one of the helpful employees for advice.

The brushes are made in either Japan or China, with the former generally being of better quality (apparently craftsmen there consider brush-making an art form rather than the product of an assembly line), while the latter are more affordable.

Other essentials for calligraphers who are starting out include liquid ink (you graduate to an ink stick rubbed on a stone later), special paper and a swatch of felt to keep the paper from sliding around the table as you write.

This may look like a ramshackle bric-abrac store from the outside, but if you’ve ever needed anything for a last-minute kid’s school project or just wondered where you can find that miscellaneous office gadget, then this Aladdin’s cave is your savior. Among the inflatable toys you’ll find everything from pens and notebooks to postage and craft supplies.

You’re guaranteed to walk out with items you didn’t even know you needed.

Over at Yau Sang Cheong, you won’t find a customer under 40 years of age. But that’s still relatively young, considering the shop is 100 years old—it was founded when the Qing dynasty still ruled China. The three-floored shop is chockfull of brushes, paper, ink of all colors, instructional manuals, prints and myriad other accessories to get you started in the Chinese art of calligraphy.

2/F, Harvest Building, 29-35 Wing Kut St., Central, 2544-6965, www.manluenchoon.com

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StaArt Tucked away in a commercial building in Mong Kok is this treasure trove of art supplies for those looking to stock up on the professional kit without the hefty price tags. You can browse the whole gamut: from your basic tins of water colors (from $313), right up to your serious heavyweight Rembrandt oil paints in a deluxe wooden box complete with tools and mixing palette (from $1,908). You can also find easels in all shapes and sizes, cutting mats, blades—essentially everything you need to kit out your own art studio.

Note that the store only accepts cash.

Unit 7, 13/F, Pakpolee Commercial Building, 1A-1K Sai Yeung Choi St. South, Mong Kok, 5531-9190, sta-art.me

3/F-5/F, Cheung Wah Commercial Building, Saigon Street, 3-5, Yau Ma Tei, 2332-8881

Yun Fong Industrial Development Company If you’re into making dollhouses, then make a beeline for Yun Fong Industrial Development Company, one of the only importers of handcrafted dollhouse furniture in Hong. You’ll find a whole raft of teeny-tiny replicas, from Victorian-style sofas to chandeliers. As well as finished pieces, it also stocks all the individual pieces of unfinished wood, along with the detailed finishing touches. You can get the pieces delivered to you, insured and tracked by Hong Kong Post, or collect them from the Kwun Tong warehouse.

Room B3, 7/F, How Ming Factory Building, 99 How Ming St., Kwun Tong, 3580-7599, www.uol.hk

Papyrus One of the largest (and poshest) craft stores in Hong Kong, Papyrus is an international franchise that sells everything from boxes to pretty papers, ribbons to custom-printed cards. A visit to the store may mean hours rummaging through the aisles, but you’re sure to take home some lovely pieces. If you have a whole day to fill, make your way to the Aberdeen warehouse (Unit A, 1/F, Gee Luen Hing Industrial Building, 2 Yip Fat St., Wong Chuk Hang, 2870-1160; Mon-Fri, 12-6pm), where you’ll get 50 percent off select items.

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Excellent at finding exactly the right frame or mounting technique for any piece, prices are higher than standard framers, but the staff’s artistic expertise is worth the extra cash.

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Man Fong Picture Frame The service can frame pictures and artworks of all shapes and sizes, with a wide range of mounting techniques to choose from. Drop by and see for yourself.

Shop 10, 1-7 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2522-6923

Mandarin Fine Art Framing Photo framing is among one of several services offered here.

Consult its expert staff before deciding which frame suits your artwork. Prices vary considerably with the type of material and mounting used. Mirror framing is available.

117 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2526-6098

T. Arts + Frame T. Arts + Frame will match your pictures and photographs with appropriate frames from its huge range. Also provides special services such as dry mounting.

4/F, 110 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 3104-1139, www.taf.com.hk

Lee Wah Art & Frames Lee Wah Art & Frames has more than 1,000 styles of frame to choose from, some of which are available at remarkably low prices.

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Mr. Know-it-all Our favorite smart aleck sneaks out of his full-time gig at HK Magazine to give you an extra helping of useful advice.

Dear Mr. Know-It-All, What’s with all these confusing one-word road names?

“Queensway,” “Broadway,” “Glenealy,” “Smithfield”… it just doesn’t make sense!

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The answer, Road Rager, is “Colonialism.” What else did you expect? These names all come from the British convention of just calling a road whatever the hell you want to call it, and damn the consequences.

After all, when you’re in the habit of arriving in places and taking over, you’ve got to give everything a name. Otherwise, how do they know that (against all appearances) you actually own it?

“Smithfield” in Kennedy Town was named after its counterpart in London. London’s Smithfield is an area best known for its wholesale meat market, and it’s recently become home to trendy young twentysomethings and a whole bunch of cool restaurants. Smithfield in Hong Kong, on the other hand, used to be best known for the Kennedy Town slaughterhouse. It’s recently become home to trendy young

twentysomethings, and a whole bunch of cool restaurants. What’s in a name? Gentrification, apparently.

On the subject of naming, “Smithfield” has even more to teach students of nomenclature and people with nothing better to do with their time. In 2007 the Lands Department suggested renaming “Smithfield” to “Smithfield Road” in order to bring it into line with the rest of the city (and naming conventions). Of course, there were the expected complaints from traditionalists and historians. The government decided on a simple course of action: they only changed the Chinese name of the road.

Smithfield is Smithfield in English, and Smithfield Road in Chinese.

In doing so, the government might have borrowed a trick from the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club.

Coming up to the Handover, all the “Royal” clubs in Hong Kong were in a tizzy. No queen; no royal. What can you do? Reluctantly and surely, the clubs all ditched their regal pretentions. All but the RHKYC, whose members stubbornly argued that they were Royal then—and By God Sir, they’d be Royal henceforth.

Pandemonium erupted, until one member stood up and suggested: why not just drop the “Royal” from the Chinese name?

An elegant piece of diplomacy, you’ll agree. And so the Hong Kong Yacht Club sails into the future: but the RHKYC will never set on the British Empire.

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Baby Pak Choi

A parenting column with Sarah Fung

Puree Futility

angle set to “back-breaking” and smear it all I can hardly believe that the Baby Pak Choi is over their face and hands while they weep almost six months old! And at half a year, it’s time inconsolably. After that, you wipe them clean, to graduate her from guzzling milk to chowing throw three-quarters of the food away, and give down on solid food. Eager to make a start, we ran them a bottle of milk. out and purchased a packet of organic baby rice, The government handbooks say that you two soft, long-handled spoons that change color should introduce your baby when the food is too hot, and a to leafy greens first so they little plastic bowl for her purees. don’t develop a sweet tooth.

We excitedly mixed some “Making baby food I dutifully complied with a milk into the baby rice and tied really is a Kafkaesque bowl full of pureed choi sum. a bib around the Pak Choi’s Naturally, the Pak Choi didn’t neck. The results were… undertaking.” take to it. Bad mom that I underwhelming. Mostly, she am, I mixed it with a cube of hated the thick rubber bib. The pureed pear and she devoured rice got smeared all over her it instantly. Result! But now I’m convinced face. Possibly a gram or two actually made it that she’s going to grow up into a sugarinto her mouth. addled borderline diabetic who wouldn’t touch Having spoken to plenty of parents about a vegetable with a barge pole. weaning, I’ve come to the conclusion that no With less than a fortnight to go before our baby in the history of the world has ever eaten holiday, we bought a few pouches of instant baby rice. It’s a huge con! Friends of ours have baby food to make sure she’d accept them five boxes, unopened, and no one they know while we’re traveling. And guess what? She wants them. So I decided to take matters into absolutely loves them. Not for her my mademy own hands and make some purees. with-love purees of sweet potato, broccoli and Making baby food really is a Kafkaesque pea, carrot and pumpkin or pea shoot. Nope. I undertaking. You wash, chop and steam the could have saved myself the hassle and bought vegetables, blend them to a puree and freeze instant instead, which she infinitely prefers. them in ice cube trays. When you need them, That’s motherhood for you, I guess! you remove them from the ice cube trays, microwave them until they’re piping hot and then wait for them to cool down. Once they’re Follow Sarah’s parenting journey at babypakchoi.tumblr.com cool, you sit your kid in a high chair at an 50

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