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“META-MOMENTS”, a multi-disciplinary project curated by MUSTHAVEKEYS, takes place in an unconventional setting at AIRSIDE, a brand-new mixed-use commercial development in Kai Tak. The site-specific artworks explore concepts of work, including productivity, self-image, work relationships, and more. The setting of the project is the chaotic stage when a company has just moved into a new address. Boxes and objects yet to be unpacked are laid out on the floor, dividing the space into different sections for visitors to navigate and ponder.
The modern workplace is associated with formality, constant fluxes and challenges, and endless stress, all deemed unavoidable. The project aims to provide a unique artistic experience for visitors to contemplate and de-stress. The title “Meta-Moments” originates from a concept developed by research psychologist Marc Brackett. It refers to a pause, a small window of time in which we step back to see a situation in a new light, so that we can stay calm and tap into our best selves. With the setting of a work environment, the project explores the possibilities of retaining presence and attaining balances on personal, psychological and societal levels. If, amid setbacks such as interpersonal conflicts, long work hours, eroded personal boundaries and more, we are able to take a meta-moment, we can connect with our true selves and remain calm as we take on the hectic challenges presented by modern work life.
With diverse visual and performing arts backgrounds, the six artists: Shane Aspegren, Chilai Howard, Claire Lee, Wy Lee, Lulu Ngie and Terry Tsang, have consistently explored the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of people. For this project, they have come up with site-specific artworks that include mixed-media, ceramics, video, contemporary dance and more, that look into compassion, positivity, presence, connection, and resilience—themes that are essential to human well-being. Through artworks and experiences that attempt to connect with visitors and audiences, and by addressing the meanings of work, interpersonal relations and self-compassion, the artists seek to showcase the multiple dimensions of the modern human psyche. As visitors inspect the artworks in an office with a spectacular view of the city, they are invited to set aside their worries, to sense, focus, and look into their inner selves—to take a meta-moment, in order words.
“META-MOMENTS” is open by successful appointment only. Please book online prior to the visit. For details, please refer to the program.
META-MOMENTS
Curated by: MUSTHAVEKEYS
Supported by: Hong Kong Arts Development Council
Supporting Partner: AIRSIDE, Nan Fung Group
Venue: 27/F, AIRSIDE, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon
Date: 22 April - 7 May 2023
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday / 12:00 - 7:00 pm
Visitor Registration
“META-MOMENTS” is open by successful appointment only. Please book online prior to the visit. For details, please refer to the program.
Dance: Feel - Terry Tsang
- 22 April (Saturday) / 3:00 - 3:30 pm
- 6 May (Saturday) / 3:00 - 3:30 pm
- Those who have successfully signed up for “Visitor Registration” are welcome to join on the spot
The dancers emerge from among the visitors and walk toward the office setting , they are transformed into office workers who gradually become exhausted because of all the responsibilities and challenges.
Improvised Poetry Reading: Small Talk - Claire Lee
- 22 April (Saturday) / 4:00 - 4:30 pm
- Conducted in English
- Those who have successfully signed up for “Visitor Registration” are welcome to join on the spot
Claire Lee invites visitors to have a ‘small talk’ with her, and takes the audience on a self-healing journey. Through conversation and confrontation with oneself, they shall rediscover their inner strengths.
Clay Pinching Experience: Works and Days - Wy Lee
- 30 April (Sunday) / 4:00 - 5:00 pm
- Conducted in Cantonese
- Successful online registration for “Works and Days: Clay Pinching Experience” is required
Participants shall experience clay pinching under the guidance of Wy Lee. The repetitive action draws their attention towards the present, the touch of clay in their hands, gently lead them to reflect upon the enjoyment of ‘work’.
Mindfulness Experience: Exhale. Inhale - Lulu Ngie
- 1 May (Monday) / 3:00 - 4:00 pm
- Conducted in Cantonese
- Successful online registration for “Exhale. Inhale: Mindfulness Experience” is required
In this session, Lulu Ngie shares the thoughts and ideas behind her artwork. She is joined by mindfulness veteran Connie Koo, who guides participants as they dip into the state of mindfulness through breathing. Through such exercise, they will become more impervious to emotion attacks.
Video Installation: One Can Never Enter the Same Body Twice - Shane Aspegren
- Runs daily during the project period
The durational nature of the work encourages visitors to sit down and immerse themselves in the sound and imagery, as they shift towards the inner and outer landscapes that compose our awareness.
Artist at Work: Works and Days - Wy Lee
- Runs daily during the project period
The artist is stationed at the venue throughout the entire project period, working with a straight schedule, clocking in and out on time just like an office worker.
Guided Tours
- Runs daily during the project period / 2:00 - 2:45 pm
- Conducted in both Cantonese and English
- Those who have successfully signed up for “Visitor Registration” are welcome to join on the spot
- Available on a first come first served basis
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