Experience the grand return of Fine Art Asia, Asia’s premier art fair, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 4 October to 7 October. ADAM, a social enterprise established by ADAHK, has been invited to present an exhibition showcasing a variety of artworks with the theme ‘My Home Through The Seasons’ for art enthusiasts to purchase and collect.

ADAM has brought together two artists with disabilities, Ko Nam and Alvin Li, to collaboratively produce a unique piece of artwork using diverse styles and techniques. The exhibition will exclusively spotlight the latest works of these two artists. Alongside these two artists, ADAM will proudly exhibit the exceptional works of numerous artists with disabilities, highlighting their extraordinary talents, aesthetic sense, and unique perspectives.

Anson Tang, ADAHK’s artist with disability and the recipient of the ‘Lee Hysan Foundation Scholarship’ and the ‘Artists with Disability Development Fund’ was awarded the highly esteemed ‘VSA International Young Soloists Award’ in 2023. Anson joined three other winners for a captivating performance on 27 July 2024, a celebratory concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, U.S. The concert was enjoyed by both in-person and online audiences.

Furthermore, Anson had the opportunity to meet with representatives from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices in Washington and New York to gain insights into their promotion work within local cultural and artistic fields. During his visits to New York and Chicago, he visited several highly respected music and art academies, met with many top pianists, and participated in master classes, greatly benefiting his piano skills and establishing a new foundation for future collaborations.

This year, ADAHK’s artist with disability, To Chun-hing (ShadowKid), has once again received an invitation from the International Communication Center for Persons with Disabilities (BiG-i) to take part in the ‘Breakthrough Dance Camp+’ in Osaka, Japan, in mid-August. ShadowKid teamed up with professional dancer Mary Tang to lead a dynamic dance workshop, where they ingeniously adapted breakdancing techniques into simple yet captivating dance movements to instruct the participants. In addition to this, ShadowKid had the opportunity to exchange experiences with dancers from Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, and the United States, engaging in thought-provoking discussions on the theme of inclusive arts. The dance camp served as a powerful platform for bringing people and cultures together, encouraging everyone to explore dance in diverse and innovative ways, ultimately fostering a spirit of inclusion and co-creation.

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A picture book is a form of art that tells stories using both text and images. There are various forms and styles of picture books for readers to enjoy. Illustrations from these books transport us to a world of imagination, inspiring us to understand ourselves and others while evoking our emotions and thoughts. In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to use their imagination and creativity to design and create their own stories and then illustrate the stories through sequential images.

Free admission. All are welcome.

Let us explore the diverse range of Washi tapes available on the market, featuring intricate patterns and images. Have you ever thought about their potential beyond simply sticking things together or using them for decoration? In this workshop, the facilitator will showcase how Washi tapes’ reusable nature, broad array of colours, and patterns can be utilised to craft collages of Japanese scenery. Participants will also have the opportunity to create their own pieces. Register now until 6 pm on 15 September to not miss this opportunity!

The 6 outstanding artists with disabilities who were chosen to take part in the mentorship programme of the ‘Strive for Excellence in Art: Professional Development Programme of Artists with Disabilities’ formed valuable friendships with their mentors, who are seasoned professionals in the art industry. The collaborative mentorship bore fruit, which was proudly displayed at the ‘Boundless Art Joint Exhibition’ from 31 July to 29 August as part of the ‘I’m perfect in my imperfection’ Artist-in-Residence programme.

During the exhibition, artists with disabilities, including Jessica Chiu, Jack Li, Keung Yuk-lun, Leif Kwok, Kelly Cheung, and Kisha Cheung, led 12 guided tours and workshops, where they presented their concepts and passionately explored the limitless possibilities of art creation. Furthermore, the artists and their mentors openly shared their creative insights and inspiration during the exhibition’s grand opening and artist gathering.

*The ‘I’m perfect in my imperfection’ Artist-in-Residence programme is sponsored by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council and organised by HKALPS Limited. Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong is the supporting organisation.

Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Museum of Art and the Shanghai Museum, ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Fragrance of Time - In Search of Chinese Art of Scent’ presented Chinese fragrance culture in all its splendour and diversity. The Chinese fragrance culture has a profound and extensive history. For thousands of years, fragrances have permeated through studies, chambers, palaces and temples, serving as both a medium for worshipping ancestors and deities and as a means to enrich the daily lives of ancient people while facilitating their spiritual pursuits. The exhibition showcased 160 sets of artefacts, including aromatic sachets, censers and incense ware, spanning from the Neolithic period to the 20^th century.

ADAHK provided Accessible Tours for the exhibition, catering to the needs of people with different abilities. Our services, including Audio Description and Sign Language Interpretation, ensure that everyone can fully experience the timeless allure of fragrances on a barrier-free olfactory journey spanning thousands of years.

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

‘Cantonese Opera Young Talent Showcase 2024-25: The Butterfly and Red Pear Blossoms’ by The Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong (Audio Description in Cantonese)

‘Much Ado About Nothing’ by Shakespear4All (Theatrical Interpretation)

‘Quills’ (Re-run) by Pants Theatre Production (Audio Description in Cantonese)

‘The Accountants’ by Asia+ Festival 2024 (Audio Description and Caption Reading in Cantonese)

Please note that our head office, ADAM, Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio, Arts Accessibility Service Centre and ADA Arts Hub will close at 4:00 pm on 17 September 2024 in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Should you have any enquiries, kindly drop us an e-mail at ada@adahk.org.hk.

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!

ADAHK does not receive any regular government subvention. Our operation relies on donations 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
E-mail: ada@adahk.org.hk; marketing@adahk.org.hk 
Address: 4/F, Causeway Bay Community Centre, 7 Fook Yum Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong