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100 x 100 cm | 39 x 39 in
2026

Sky Rise represents a monumental evolution in Tony Cheng’s liner cityscapes, demonstrating a masterful command of Hong Kong’s vertical density from the elevated perspective of the Sky 100 observation deck. Grounded in careful photographic documentation of the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, the large-format artwork establishes a dialogue between traditional architectural drawing and contemporary printmaking. The core structure is defined by an intricate, hand-drawn foundation of sharp analytical ink and smooth airbrush gradients. In a high-stakes, "all-or-nothing" creative decision, Cheng screen-prints a hypnotic backdrop of fading blue squares directly over this detailed drawing. This geometric canopy simultaneously evokes the rhythm of Hong Kong’s ubiquitous municipal mosaic tiles and the pulse of digital pixelation—a nuanced commentary on the city's identity as a modern technological hub. Bold vertical strokes, featuring vibrant pink accents, slice cleanly through cloud formations to introduce dynamic visual movement. Below, the rigid structural forms of the grid dissolve into fluid, loose harbor reflections punctuated by small bursts of teal, yellow, and pink. By balancing rigorous structural precision with atmospheric fluidity, Sky Rise brilliantly captures a metropolis in a state of perpetual, energetic transition.
