To trace the history of human civilization, it is inseparable from the advanced development of society and culture. So, what if plants had civilization?
Taiwanese artist Robin Huang, who loves plants, starts with making pots, and over time, integrates plants into artistic expression, creating a series of plant sculptures to express his fantasy of the plant world. When Robin meets contemporary Thai artist TOS Suntos, they suddenly discover each other’s “dark” elements and hit it off.
So, this time Robin and TOS join hands for the first time in Hong Kong to present the dual exhibition “First Contact”, featuring over 20 new paintings, sculptures, and art toys making their debut, bringing an unprecedented cross-border art experience!
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“First Contact” Exhibition
Robin is known for his unique plant sculptures, while TOS excels in creating monster figures full of Thai style. Although the creations of the two artists seem stylistically different, they cleverly blend each other’s cultural elements in their work, creating a new and innovative artistic exchange.
In the “First Contact” exhibition, they explore the five basic elements of each civilization: “weapons,” “animals,” “plants,” “peace,” and “belief,” interpreting these concepts from their unique perspectives. In the exhibition, TOS created 8 large paintings showcasing his unique Thai monster aesthetic; at the same time, Robin’s 7 new paintings and 8 imaginative sculptures were also exhibited, fully demonstrating his accomplishments in the field of plant sculpture.
What is particularly special is the first collaborative creation of a 6.5-meter-tall giant joint work by the two, a unique giant Thai monster created by TOS, embracing Robin’s plant sculpture image. This work is pasted on the glass curtain wall in the museum, bringing fresh visual impact to the audience; and for the first time at the exhibition, limited edition art toys created by Robin and TOS for this theme are also sold, with a limited number available for purchase through a lottery.
“First Contact” Joint Art Exhibition
Date: June 19 – July 14, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Harbour City Art Gallery (Shop 207, Level 2, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City)
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About Robin Huang
Robin Ceramic Studio was established in 2018, with pottery making as the starting point. Over time, with observation and love for plants, the brand gradually adjusted its direction towards integrating plants into life. It is committed to collaborating with interdisciplinary artists and participating in joint exhibitions with different units, bringing “plants” into life through artistic expression. The plant sculpture series is divided into two major themes: wildness and civilization, expressing the author’s fantasies about the plant world on different levels.
Instagram: @robinceramicstudio, @robin__cosmicspace
About TOS Suntos
Thai artist TOS Suntos (Panyawat Pitaksawan) is a designer and illustrator known for his outstanding graphic design, applying non-traditional styles to both 2D and 3D creations. He transforms visual images rich in traditional Thai characteristics into Thai-style monsters, combining them with popular culture and modern art. Since 2014, Panyawat has often drawn inspiration from peripheral cultures, patterns of human life, and childhood memories to create his works. With a deep interest in science fiction movies and monsters from a young age, he combines all of his experiences with popular culture and retro styles to create his original artwork.
Instagram: @TOS_suntoss
