‘ArtWorks - The Path to Becoming an Artist’ is a 32-month project funded by the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities of the Social Welfare Department. It pairs professional artists with emerging artists with disabilities. The programme provided tailored development advice and a structured learning plan to help participants cultivate their unique artistic style and expand their creative horizons.

The second part of the final exhibition titled ‘Living with Art’ opens today and will run until 17 May at the L0 Gallery of the Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre. This exhibition features a diverse range of media, including digital illustration, drama, ink art, painting, photography, and sand painting. Each of the fifteen sets of works tells a powerful story, offering a glimpse into the unique journeys and perspectives of the artists. Since its opening, the exhibition has welcomed over 20 groups. Guided by our docents, visitors have been taken on an in-depth exploration of the artists’ creative journeys. Through various art experience activities, attendees have gained a deeper understanding of the artists’ distinct creative concepts and techniques.

Established in 2013, the ‘Artists with Disability Development Fund’ is supported by the Lee Hysan Foundation. It aims at financing and assisting outstanding Hong Kong persons with disabilities aged 40 or below in pursuing local or overseas arts studies or a specific development pathway in the arts. Over the past decade, artists with disabilities from diverse artistic backgrounds have successfully received funding to pursue various art courses or implement personal artistic development plans, achieving outstanding accomplishments. The new round of applications is now open, with a closing deadline of 30 June. A briefing session will be held on 21 May to help interested artists better understand the Fund.

To celebrate its 45th anniversary, Hong Kong Dance Company, in collaboration with Harbour City, will host the ‘Joy of Dance: Artistry in Harmony’ workshop over three consecutive weekends, from 9 May to 24 May. ADAHK and its social enterprise, ADAM, are serving as Inclusion Partners. Artists with disabilities will lead workshops in sand painting, foot painting, collaging, and crafting with pipe cleaners, allowing the public to explore the diverse possibilities of inclusive art.

In honour of Mother’s Day, a special quick portrait sketching session will take place on 10 May where participants and their mothers can receive a unique, on-the-spot commemorative artwork. It’s the perfect opportunity to bond while having a blast and unleashing your artistic side. Sign up and enjoy quality time filled with laughter, creativity, and the magic of inclusive art!

Some memories come from a game, a rhythm, an image, or a traditional craft deeply rooted in local culture. Often hidden in the details of everyday life, these memories can be revisited, reflected upon, and shared through the arts.

With ‘Memory’ as the creative theme for 2025 to 2028, The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant - Inclusive Arts Project aims to explore how personal and collective memories can be transformed through artistic expression. From May to August, a diverse range of workshops will be organised, including theatre, percussion ensemble training, drawing, creative weaving, and blown sugar art. Through various art forms, participants are invited to find inspiration in everyday life, transform their memories into creative works, and allow creativity to become a new form of memory. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

What if we created pigments from fruits and vegetables? Join art facilitator Dexter Lee as he guides you in transforming everyday produce into natural paints. Afterwards, you will have a creative session using these botanical pigments on paper. We warmly invite you to experience the magical process of turning nature into art materials. Free admission. Members of the public and people with disabilities are welcome.

The piano recital ‘My Musical Journey’ by ADAHK’s artist Malcolm Mok was successfully held on 28 April at St John’s Cathedral, marking his first piano solo performance of 2026. This event marked his first solo piano performance of the year. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all sponsors and partners, Malcolm’s teachers and family, and the audience members for their support in sharing this significant moment in his musical journey.

The recital featured an impressive repertoire, including works by Liszt, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Beethoven, as well as compositions by Chinese composers Ren Guang and Xian Xinghai. Through this diverse selection of pieces and his expressive interpretations, Malcolm demonstrated his stage-by-stage learning outcomes, supported by the Artists with Disability Development Fund. The performance highlighted his continued growth in musical expression and artistic understanding.

The ‘Artistry in Clay’ Advanced Ceramics Training Scheme provides participating graduates with special needs the opportunity for 50 hours of professional ceramic training, along with a platform to showcase their work, which aids in their career development. From April 3 to 5 April, 2026, participants from the scheme took part in a creative handicraft market held at the Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre. There, they displayed and sold a diverse range of handcrafted ceramic items, including functional wares and decorative pieces, showcasing the artistic skills they developed through the training scheme. Building on their previous market experiences, the participants displayed greater confidence in sharing their creative processes with the public. They also became more skilled in handling packaging and delivery, reflecting significant improvements in both communication skills and workplace competencies.

*This scheme is supported by the Queen Elizabeth Foundation for the Mentally Handicapped and the Jean CK Ho Family Foundation.

ADAHK’s Arts Accessibility team was honoured to be invited by RTHK to provide Theatrical Interpretation and Hong Kong Sign Language Interpretation for the 47th Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Award Presentation Ceremony. By transforming melodies into Sign Language and expressive physical movements, our interpreters brought Canto Pop to a wider audience, including those who are Deaf or hard of hearing. This year, the event featured its first-ever online livestream with Theatrical Interpretation, allowing everyone to witness this significant event in the local music industry in real-time.

The live performances for the 8th edition of ‘No Limits’ have officially concluded with success. As a Strategic Supporting Partner, ADAHK went beyond providing Arts Accessibility services this year—we engaged in exciting experimentation. In the performance ‘Zer-Brech-Lich,’ Audio Description was creatively integrated. Audio Describer took on the role of an open mic ‘hidden character,’ interacting with the other performers. The entire audience listened to the Audio Description together, embarking on a shared musical dance theatre journey.

Additionally, four of this year’s ‘No Limits’ films are now available for online screening, featuring Audio Description in both Cantonese and English, as well as Accessible Captions in Chinese and English. The Audio Describers serve as the audience’s ‘navigator,’ ensuring that everyone, including the visually impaired community, can enjoy internationally acclaimed programmes anytime, anywhere.

We will provide Arts Accessibility services for the art programmes below. You are most welcome to enjoy and participate.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Prosperity and Magnificence - Civilisation of the Sui and Tang Dynasties in Shaanxi Province (Accessible Tour)

Tai Kwun ‘Tai Kwun Heritage’ Accessible Tour

Oi! ‘Oi! — A Sensory Exploration Tour of the Art Oasis’ (Accessible Tour)

Oi! Daily: Good Store (Audio Description, Tangible Representation, Braille Captions, and Hong Kong Sign Language videos)

ADAHK does not receive any regular government subvention. Our operation relies on support from individuals, corporations and foundations alike. With support like yours, people with disabilities can continue exploring the world through the arts and develop the artistic talent that enables them to shine much brighter than they can imagine.

Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong
Tel.: 2855 9548
Address: 4/F, Causeway Bay Community Centre, 7 Fook Yum Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong