Creative Macau – Centre for Creative Industries (CCI) in Nape has launched “Dark Shards”, a solo exhibition by local multidisciplinary artist Vincent Cheang Chi-Tat showcasing visual artworks and original design products inspired by everyday life, music, and personal reflection.
The exhibition, which opened on July 30, features visual artworks alongside original design products. According to a gallery statement, “Dark Shards” explores how fragments of everyday experiences and fleeting inspirations transform into artistic expression. The statement describes the works as “unspoken thoughts from busy days and inspirations stirred by radio tunes”, with Cheang acting as “a collector and conductor of the night” who reorganises scattered moments into visual narratives. The concept of “shards” symbolises renewal, suggesting that fragmentation can mark the starting point for rebirth and new perspectives.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Cheang reflected on the spontaneous nature of the exhibition and its live-painting element. “Sometimes art is like free-flow”, Cheang remarked, emphasising that his creative process relies heavily on intuition rather than rigid planning. He noted that sudden life experiences often trigger artistic momentum, adding, “Sometimes you just have to follow your emotions”.
Describing the collection as a personal milestone, Cheang highlighted how the new works represent a fresh phase in his visual journey while expressing gratitude to supporters. “What you see in this series is a new worldview for me”, he noted, explaining that the live-creation process allowed him to channel immediate thoughts directly into his art without overthinking the outcome.
Cheang, who is also a musician, balances commercial design with personal artistic practice. The gallery noted that his experience hosting a five-day-a-week radio programme influences his visual art, giving it a distinct sense of rhythm and musicality. He previously participated in exhibitions such as Highway Star (2018), Parallel Universe (2022), When Tat Chi Meets Chi Tat (2023), and Art Macao: Synchronicity (2023).
Running through August 22, the exhibits are on display at the CCI gallery on the ground floor of the Macao Cultural Centre (CCM) in Nape. Admission is free, Monday through Saturday, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Photos taken at the CCI gallery on July 30 by Khalel Vallo
