New HKMoA Exhibition Explores 60 Years of Hong Kong Art and Artists' Dreams

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow

The Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) will launch a new exhibition, "Dreamchasers: Stories of Hong Kong Art", starting from tomorrow (March 21) to take visitors on a 60-year journey through Hong Kong's art scene. It invites audiences to reflect on the paths taken by various Hong Kong artists in pursuit of their dreams.

A team of local architects and designers led by Mr Kevin Siu and Mr Shuyan Chan, in collaboration with graphic designer Mr Gary Tong, have crafted a unique space for the exhibition. The space displays artworks of veteran Hong Kong artists Gaylord Chan, Ha Bik-chuen and Tong King-sum, as well as contemporary artist Rosanna Li, from a HKMoA collection. Visitors can explore memorable moments and stories of the artists through projection and interactive elements, and learn about the development and evolution of Hong Kong art. The exhibition reflects the four artists' persistent pursuit of their dreams and how they channelled their views on art and life into their creative work. These artists have made significant strides in sculpture, painting, ceramics and more, highlighting the rich diversity of Hong Kong's vibrant art scene.

Chan (1925-2020) began to paint and pursue his dream at the age of 42. Initially, he worked with acrylic and quickly established a distinctive and unique personal style. Although his health deteriorated in 2001, and it became difficult for him to stand for long periods to paint, he did not give up and he turned to Microsoft Paint. Chan's digital art work "Cologon" is a pioneering example of his digital art in early 2000s, showcasing his boundless creativity.

Through self-taught mastery and relentless dedication, Ha (1925-2009) gradually entered the world of art. His works infused the vibrancy of everyday life, blending humour and wit, while reflecting his deep connection to the community and nature. Despite hardships, he never abandoned his dreams. Instead, he channelled fragments of life into creative inspiration, achieving the extraordinary. Crafted from repurposed bamboo, discarded ironware and old tools, "Lone Commander" exemplifies Ha's ability to transform the mundane into unique artworks.

Despite facing health problems and limited mobility from a young age, Tong (1940-2008) transcended these obstacles through his art, embodying an extraordinary spirit of perseverance, establishing him as one of Hong Kong's pioneering sculptors. Through masterful polishing techniques, he infused his sculptures with intricate textures and fluid lines, transforming each piece into a celebration of nature and the human spirit. The exhibition features his inaugural wooden work, "Ball", formed with a carving knife and a small block of wood, embodying how Tong shaped his dreams by his hands.

Hong Kong contemporary artist Li's ceramic works, renowned for their rustic charm and sense of everyday life, fully showcase her keen observations of society. She often uses humorous methods to satirise the anomalies of life, allowing her audiences to reflect on the people and events of daily living while appreciating her well-loved works. Li's work "The Ceremony", combines reverence for heaven with ceramics, creating a series of lifelike figures.

The "Dreamchasers: Stories of Hong Kong Art" exhibition will be open from March 21 at the Attic, on the fifth floor of the HKMoA (10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon). For details of the exhibition, please visit the website at hk.art.museum/en/web/ma/exhibitions-and-events/dreamchasers.html.

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKMoA's "Dreamchasers" exhibition telling stories of Hong Kong artists in pursuit of dreams starts tomorrow Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CFS finds trace amount of Enterococci in samples of individual batches of bottled mineral water

The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced today (May 28) that two samples of bottled mineral water were found to contain trace amount of Enterococci. The CFS is following up on the incident.

A spokesman for the CFS said, "Under its routine Food Surveillance Programme, the CFS collected bottled mineral water samples at retail level for microbiological testing, including tests for Escherichia coli, Coliform bacteria, Enterococci, Spore-forming sulphite-reducing anaerobes and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The test results showed that two samples of the individual batches of bottled mineral water below contained Enterococci at a level of one Colony Forming Unit in 250 millilitres, while all other tested parameters (Escherichia coli, coliform bacteria, Spore-forming sulphite-reducing anaerobes and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) were satisfactory (i.e. not detected).

According to the Microbiological Guidelines for Food, Enterococci shall not be tested presence in bottled natural mineral water. As a precautionary measure, the CFS has informed the retailers/distributors concerned to stop sales and remove from shelves the affected batches of the products below. The distributors concerned have also initiated voluntary recalls of the affected batches of the products concerned. Members of the public may call the respective hotlines below during office hours for enquiries about the recalls.

Product details are as follows:

Product name: Still Scottish Mountain Water

Brand: Marks & Spencer

Volume: 750ml

Best-before date: December 2026

Distributor: ALF Retail Hong Kong Limited

Hotline: 3656 2253

Product name: LOTTE ICIS Natural Mineral Water 8.0

Brand: Lotte

Volume: 2 litres

Best-before date: September 22, 2027

Distributor: Goldtop Century Ltd

Hotline: 2632 7373

Since January 2026, the CFS has collected 50 samples of bottled drinking water for testing. Apart from the two unsatisfactory samples mentioned above, all other samples passed the tests.

"Enterococci are a group of bacteria commonly found in the gastrointestinal tracts of humans and animals, generally posing a low risk to healthy individuals. However, certain strains may cause infections in immunocompromised individuals. Members of the public should stop consuming the affected batches of the natural mineral water. Anyone who feels unwell after consuming the products, such as experiencing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or fever etc, should seek medical treatment," a spokesman for the CFS said.

The CFS had alert the trade, and will continue to follow up on the incident and take appropriate action. An investigation is ongoing.

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