Created By
Wai Hong
Ester lave sculpture
Curator
Luke Chapman
These works twist and undulate like frozen dance moves, capturing the kinetic energy of Mui's performances. Hong skillfully weaves together disparate cultural threads - the delicacy of lace, the raw power of rock formations - to create pieces that feel both fragile and unyielding.
Featuring the pleated lyrics from Anita Mui's Cantonese song Dream Partner. Hong Wai's latest exhibition at Soho House in Hong Kong is a thoughtful exploration of cultural identity and the enduring influence of Cantopop icon Anita Mui. The centerpiece of the show is a series of intricate lace sculptures inspired by Mui's bold, androgynous style and magnetic stage presence. Overall, the exhibition feels like a love letter to Hong Kong's golden age of Cantopop and the enduring influence of icons like Anita Mui. But Hong's work also looks boldly towards the future, daring viewers to imagine new creative possibilities at the intersection of tradition and innovation.
Created By
Wai Hong
90 x 150 cm | 35 x 59 in
20 cm | 8 in
2024
