By: Hill Choi Lee
May 27, 2022
Art Central continues to waw the Hong Kong crowd with an ambitious programme of painting, sculpture and installation projects
The annual fair, known to be an important incubator for artists and galleries in the contemporary art space in Asia, returns to present younger artists alongside established names. Featuring 52 Galleries presentations in three sectors: Chung Dim Central Galleries, Gwo Wai Curated Booths and Duk Dak Solo Presentations, all the while accompanied by a varied programme of performance and video art, installations and talks.
Highlights this year include:
Chung Dim Central Galleries represents leading artists from across the globe and affirm the Fair’s position at the centre of Asia’s market for contemporary art. Thirty-eight galleries were selected to join this sector in 2022.
From the Cantonese phrase meaning “individually special” Duk Dak Solo Presentations feature both emerging and established artists. A record of twelve solo booths in 2022.
A platform for innovative projects of up to three artists, “Gwo Wai” is a term from Cantonese opera which describes the movement of performers crossing paths on the stage. Five curated booths in 2022.
A special feature for Art Central 2022, Made In Hong Kong, presents artistic creations of Hong Kong-based independent artists and visual practitioners. Of the over 650 individual artwork applications received, 65 works by 40 artists were selected to be exhibited. The exhibition celebrates the diversity of Hong Kong-based artists and artworks created locally.
The Fair’s public programme of talks, performance and video art, Gok Dou LIVE organised by Asia Society Hong Kong Center. The programme continues throughout the week and is available to view online here.
Also see: Art Month: 5 must-see exhibitions in Hong Kong this May