M+ recently installed the multimedia work “The Convergence of Light” created by Hong Kong art pioneer Samson Young on its facade to celebrate Hong Kong Art Month. This is a commissioned project in collaboration with M+ and Art Basel, and will be exhibited on the M+ facade every evening from now until June 19, 2022, from 7pm to 9pm. In addition, the organizers will also bring a series of exciting screening activities and lectures during the art fair, which will be introduced one by one below!
The work uses digital animation special effects to explore the possibilities of the tangible and intangible, transforming light into digitally rich artistic creations. This video work expresses the familiar Mahayana Buddhist classic “Heart Sutra” in sign language, creating a work rich in religious ritual meaning, prompting contemplation of the profound truth “form is emptiness, emptiness is form.” As the light inside the M+ office intertwines with the light on the curtain wall, the presentation of “The Condensation of Light” symbolizes guidance and hope for the Hong Kong audience.
“Light Condensation: Pao Ai-lun Live Performance” uses sound and light as materials and energy to create a healing space in the city. Co-produced by sound artist Ren Shanwang, lighting designer Chen Yiyun, stage performance consultant Ye Yilei, and producer and coder Huang Tingzhi. In the production process, Pao Ai-lun returned to the origin of her passion for moving images – experimental theater.
Over the past thirty years, Bao Ailun has been dedicated to exploring the relationship between humanity and nature. Through the flexible and alternating use of sound and visual elements, her work stimulates our perception of different frequencies, including the potential energy between people, the subtle rhythms of the city, and the echoes of urban history.
Date: May 27, 2022 (Friday)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: M+ Hall (The event will be live-streamed on the main steps and M+ YouTube channel)
In this screening event and lecture, Bo Ailun will lead the audience into the world of M+’s new mobile video work “The Condensation of Light”. The event provides the audience with a precious opportunity to view a series of works created by Bo Ailun in the past and understand their importance in Bo Ailun’s creative journey.
Date: May 28, 2022 (Saturday)
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: M+ Grand Staircase
Notes: For audiences aged 18 and above only
The four-day online screening program “Her Confession: Barbara London’s Classic Works” presents a series of works created by the artist from 1988 to 2015. Each video is accompanied by Barbara London’s voice guidance, providing viewers with a precious opportunity to explore the ideas and inspiration behind the works, and understand their significance in Barbara London’s creative journey.
Date: May 29, 2022 (Sunday) to June 1, 2022 (Wednesday)
Image source and learn more: M+
