An exhibition titled “Boom and Bloom: A Journey of Wishes and Rebirth” is taking place at GalaxyArt at the Galaxy Macau resort in Cotai, bringing together talents from the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
The exhibition runs until March 9 and is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The free-admission exhibition showcases the talents of three artists from the GBA, offering a fusion of creativity that forms an interactive experience.
According to a recent statement displayed at the exhibition, it features collaborative works by local Macau artist Sanchia Lau, Shenzhen artist Ray Chan, and Hong Kong curator Gary Mok.
The artists’ intellectual properties* are introduced in this exhibition, with their artistic concept shared by Chan as reinterpreting traditional Chinese New Year blessings by fusing pop art with youth-orientated trends, as noted in the statement, which also notes that the exhibition combines modern design with auspicious Chinese symbols, which in turn create a meaningful connection between tradition and contemporary art that resonates with younger audiences.
The statement credits Mok with creating the exhibition’s tranquil and enthralling background. It is reminiscent of a traditional Chinese garden which parallels Chinese-style architecture accompanied by vibrant plants and flora, the statement points out. This setting enhances the impact of Chan’s Shake Money Tree, which, according to the statement, “centres around a fortune-attracting pine tree, symbolising the harmonious coexistence of wealth and nature while emphasising the importance of financial management.”
Additionally, Lau’s Wishing Doll “reflects a profound understanding of the pursuit of dreams,” further enriching the exhibition’s thematic depth. Through their collaboration, Lau is quoted by the statement as saying that the merging of the Shake Money Tree and Wishing Doll represent “love and wealth.”
The gallery statement emphasises that the exhibition comprises three thematic art pieces of “Boom and Bloom” and five exhibits from the “Shake Money Tree” series. The statement names the three exclusive designs as: “Joy and Glory”, “Boom and Bloom”, and “A Propitious Omen”.
*According to the WIPO website, intellectual property (IP) “refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce”.
Photos taken by Adrian Vallesteros at the exhibition venue yesterday.
