Fragrant flowers to go on display at Hong Kong Park
Members of the public will have a chance to take a closer look at different species of fragrant flowers at an exhibition to be held from September 20 (Friday) at the Forsgate Conservatory in Hong Kong Park under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
Plants with fragrant flowers are commonly used in gardening and home greening because of the rich, pleasant and refreshing scents that they emit. A rich variety of about 700 fragrant flowers will be showcased at the upcoming exhibition, including Arabian jasmine, Orange-jessamine, Crepe jasmine, Kwai-fah and Banana shrub.
As the national flower of the Philippines and Indonesia, Arabian jasmine is suitable for home cultivation. Its white flowers are fragrant and can be used for making tea.
The white flowers of Orange-jessamine have a powerful fragrance. It is a common choice for hedges due to its resilience.
The refreshing scent of the white flowers of Crepe jasmine makes it a popular choice for garden landscaping.
With tiny yellowish-white flowers that emit long-lasting and refreshing fragrance, Kwai-fah is often used in making desserts, brewing scented tea and creating floral liqueur.
The flowers of the Banana shrub are pale yellow with a rich, banana-like perfume. The Chinese name of the plant means "wearing a smile", because the flowers, usually partially open, resemble a person with a shy and reserved smile.
In addition to the presentation of over 40 species of fragrant flowers, display boards will also be set up to introduce their characteristics, planting tips and propagation methods. Park visitors are invited to attend the exhibition, which will be open to the public free of charge from 9am to 5pm daily from September 20 to October 31 at the Forsgate Conservatory of Hong Kong Park, 19 Cotton Tree Drive, Central.
Fragrant flowers to go on display at Hong Kong Park Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Fragrant flowers to go on display at Hong Kong Park Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Fragrant flowers to go on display at Hong Kong Park Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto
Internationally renowned digital media artist Dr Hung Keung from Hong Kong joined Nuit Blanche, the largest overnight contemporary art festival Toronto, Canada, and presented a cross-cultural collaboration project with Canadian dance artist Lauren Runions. The art project gave visitors a taste of the new realm of digital media art creation through traditional Chinese landscape painting theory, new media and the culinary art of dim sum on October 5 and 6 (Toronto time).
The project, entitled, "Dim Sum without Distance", reimagines the traditional Chinese painting theory of the "Three Distances," which explores depth through perspectives of looking up, down and across. The installation was inspired by these viewpoints and the culinary art of dim sum, a term that may also be interpreted as "to touch the heart", and aligned with the theme of this year's Nuit Blanche, which is "Bridging Distance".
The art piece was showcased at Love Park along Toronto's waterfront, creating a unique cultural dialogue that transcends geographical boundaries. The video content follows Runions's journey through Hong Kong, where dim sum-making becomes a form of performance art. Through a captivating multimedia experience, Dr Hung and Runions explore the intricate relationship between food, culture and art, encouraging audiences to reflect on the shared experiences that unite diverse communities.
As audiences moved through the park, the work invited them to experience different perspectives and explore the profound connection between the traditional and contemporary.
Dr Hung is a digital media artist and professor at the Education University of Hong Kong. He blends Chinese philosophy with digital media in an innovative artistic practice, which explores interactive performance and experimental art. This innovative installation is one of highlights of Nuit Blanche this year, captivating art lovers and curious minds alike with its rich storytelling and immersive visuals.
Nuit Blanche is Toronto's annual all-night celebration of contemporary art, produced by the City of Toronto in collaboration with Toronto's arts community. The "Dim Sum without Distance" project was sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) and the Hong Kong Tourism Board with the support of Hong Kong Arts Centre.
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
"Dim Sum without Distance": a cultural journey unveiled at Nuit Blanche in Toronto Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
