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‘Urban Species’, a nighttime art project curated by MUSTHAVEKEYS, introduces new works by six artists on the various species that inhabit the city, in response to the ways of urban living of today’s human beings, and the resulting changes and connections.
The first part of the exhibition, named ‘Desire’, showcases the works of Kensa Hung, Michael Whittle and Ivy Yuen. Portrayed from the human perspective, various species are a reflection of the extension of our human desires. As a species mainly active during the day, humans have always adopted a way of living based on the rising and setting of the sun. For humans, the day represents occupation, restlessness, speed and efficiency, while tranquility and restfulness constitute the night. The lack of light at night makes it difficult for humans to discern their surroundings, leading to such associations as enchantment, mystery, ambiguity, fearfulness and anxiety. Compared to the bright day where everything is clearly exposed under the sun, the dark night is often referred to as the hidden desires and dark sides within us.
The second part of the exhibition, ‘Reminiscence’, deals with the history of the streets in Central and the changes of their outlook through the works of Natalie Lo Lai Lai, Yuen Nga Chi and Macy Tse Ming Sze, drawn from the artists’ personal experiences and through the exploration via different species of the characteristics of places and their association with personal identities, memories and sentimentalities, and the imaginations of Hong Kong.
'Urban Species' is open by successful appointment only. Please book online prior to the visit.
Urban Species
Curated by: MUSTHAVEKEYS
Supported by: Hong Kong Arts Development Council
'Desire': 25 August - 16 September 2023
‘Reminiscence’: 20 September - 15 October 2023
Venue: G/F, 7A Chancery Lane, Central
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday / 19:00 - 22:00 / Closed on public holidays
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