Created By
Hong Wai
Ink and color on silver Xuan paper on wood
Curator
Artbridger Curator
HONG Wai's "Hong Kong Express 1987 Flaming" intricately captures the essence of Anita Mui's theatrical prowess through a mesmerizing focus on dramatic eye makeup. The controlled drips of color cascading down the circular format not only add a contemporary flair but also symbolize the fluidity and vibrancy of Mui's performances. By blending traditional Chinese ink techniques with a modern interpretation of historical iconography, HONG invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of tradition and innovation within the realm of performance art, creating a visually arresting dialogue between past and present.
"1987 Evil" (2025) is a circular composition on silver Xuan paper, focusing on a cropped view of dramatic eye makeup rendered in traditional Chinese ink and watercolor. The piece captures an intimate close-up of two eyes adorned with bold blue, purple, and red theatrical makeup, executed with precise brushwork and delicate color gradations. The lower portion of the image dissolves into controlled drips of color - blues, purples, grays, and ochres - that cascade down the circular format. The work includes traditional red seal marks and calligraphic characters at the top of the composition, while the artist's signature and seal appear in the lower left. The circular format, characteristic of traditional Chinese art, creates an intense focus on the gaze, while the dripping technique introduces a contemporary element of controlled chaos.
Created By
Hong Wai
33 x 33 cm | 13 x 13 in
50 x 50 cm
2025
