A Feast of Art: Guided Tours by Mr Tang Hoi-chiu (2017/ 2018, First Semester)

1. A Feast of Art: Guided Tour by Mr Tang Hoi-chiu
Art Next Expo 2017

7 October 2017
(Saturday – 1 session)
3 pm – 5 pm

PMQ
35 Aberdeen Street
Central, Hong Kong

Art Next Expo 2017 features art pieces by a group of around 80 young artists from various countries and regions, providing an opportunity for the next generation of talents to connect with the world of art professionals, collectors and curators. Led by the Art Next Expo 2017 Advisor Mr Tang Hoi-chiu, you can explore the outstanding creations of emerging contemporary artists in this two-hour guided tour.
 
2. A Feast of Art: Guided Tour by Mr Tang Hoi-chiu
Celestial Cases: Antique Boxes of China Exhibition

25 November 2017
(Saturday – 1 session)
3 pm – 4:30 pm

Sun Museum
4/F, SML Tower
165 Hoi Bun Road
Kwun Tong, Kowloon

In Chinese belief, box embraces the blessings of happiness, union, wealth and wish fulfillment. They are made of a wide range of materials like jade, lacquer, porcelain and wood. Ancient Chinese made good use of different forms of box for holding food, incense, cosmetic powder or stationery. The interesting styles of these boxes are well presented in this exhibition. The exhibition features over 80 pieces of antique Chinese boxes dating from the Han to Qing dynasties. Selected from nine local private collections, the exhibits comprehensively demonstrate the dynamic development of Chinese boxes. Led by Mr Tang Hoi-chiu, former Chief Curator of the Hong Kong Museum of Art, and Mr Yeung Chun-tong, Director of Sun Museum, you will be charmed by the historical artisanship of antique Chinese boxes.

Mr Tang Hoi-chiu
Mr Tang Hoi-chiu, former Chief Curator of the Hong Kong Museum of Art, has curated a great number of exhibitions of both Chinese and Western art. He has also served as adjudicator and nominator for local and international art competitions.

Important Notes
1)  For PolyU students and staff only.
2)  Both tours will be conducted in Cantonese.
2)  The enrolment deadline is 17 September 2017 (Sunday).
3)  Lots will be drawn by computer to determine the successful applicants who will hear from us by email on or before 19 September 2017.
4)  A confirmation link will be provided in the email sent to the successful applicants. They MUST click on the link in order to confirm their enrolment on or before 23 September 2017. Failing to do so will result in forfeiting the place to an applicant on the waiting list.
5)  The contents and schedules of the workshops are subject to change. Please visit our website regularly for updates.
6)  Participants who attend the tour will be:
        a.    recognized in the Co-curricular Achievement Transcript
        b.    awarded a Certificate of Attendance