The 13A New Street Art Gallery is proud to present “Your Sunshine is Crying”, the first solo exhibition of works by the artist CHOWCIAOCHOW.

CHOWCIAOCHOW's work has garnered the attention of top European and American singer Sam Smith, the "Prince of Love Songs." His artwork has been prominently featured as Smith's profile picture on social media, exposing CHOWCIAOCHOW's artistic achievements to millions of international fans overnight. Riding this wave of personal international recognition, CHOWCIAOCHOW was invited by the widely acclaimed minimalist Swedish fashion brand COS to showcase his creations at their flagship store in Central. Collaborations with local artists are rare for COS, making this an unprecedented partnership. His stunning works have attracted many visitors eager to take photos and admire the art, resulting in a significant surge in CHOWCIAOCHOW's visibility. This demonstrates that he is undoubtedly a Hong Kong artist who radiates artistic brilliance and shines internationally. Over the past few years, his work has gained immense popularity worldwide, establishing him as a sought-after and exceptional figure in the Hong Kong art scene. He has been actively preparing for this solo exhibition for some time and is finally set to hold his first solo showcase at 13A New Street Art Gallery this October.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

In human relationships, communication can sometimes inadvertently hurt the other party. The metaphor of tongues clashing represents finding the right balance in a relationship, where neither party is harmed. However, if one side in the relationship cannot maintain this balance, the proverbial needle may end up piercing the other. Karl metaphorized love as honey, as love and honey share common qualities. Love is as sweet as honey, and has a sticky, viscous texture, just like honey. One must remain connected to their beloved, even sticking together like glue, inseparable.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly presents “ClayFusion+: Redefining Lifestyle with Asian Ceramic Art", a group exhibition by Emily Au, Joyce Lung, Benny To, showing over 25 pieces, from 13th to 30th June. The Hong Kong art scene is entering a new era of ceramic art. This exhibition brings together Hong Kong's top ceramic artists, fully showcasing the city's thriving artistic power. The works of Emily Au, Joyce Lung, and Benny To are all remarkably masterful, eliciting awe at their artistic prowess. These artists have cleverly integrated modern aesthetics, successfully propelling ceramics into new artistic realms. They have broken the preconception of ceramics being merely practical tools, imbuing the medium with fresh vitality through their unique creativity. By elevating Hong Kong ceramics onto the international art stage and garnering widespread attention, they have set a new benchmark for the Hong Kong art community.

Opening Party: 13th Jun, 2024 (Thur, 6:00 - 8:00pm)

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly presents "CING CING" by Candy Mary, showing over 27 pieces, from April 25th to May 12th. Over the past few years, Candy Mary's works have gained immense popularity, establishing her as a rising star in the art world. Her art has become widely recognized and admired throughout Hong Kong and Taiwan, attracting many visitors who come to admire her creations. Candy Mary's art style embodies a playful and delicate sense of innocence. This early summer, the artist returned to 13A New Street Art Gallery with a new series of artworks.

Opening Party: 25th April, Thursday, 5:00 - 8:00pm

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

The Park Lane Hong Kong, a Pullman Hotel, is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary with the launch of a unique and inclusive art initiative, “Art Beyond Boundaries.” In a meaningful collaboration with the Fu Hong Society and 13A New Street Gallery, this exhibition stands as an affirmation of the hotel's enduring dedication to fostering community ties, celebrating cultural richness, and supporting the vibrant world of the arts.

“Art Beyond Boundaries” will be held from 10th January to 1st May 2024 and will feature over 31 pieces of artwork from local artists Fapopo & Sai Kit, whose lives and artistic journeys challenge and redefine the concept of boundaries.

Throughout the exhibition period, guests will have the opportunity to purchase these art pieces as well as the cookies from Madam Hong’s Bakery from Fu Hong Society at Ebb & Flow, all sales of Sai Kit’s art pieces and cookies, after deducting the cost, will be donated to the Fu Hong Society to support their work in promoting inclusion and enhancing the well-being of individuals with disabilities.

Venue: Ebb & Flow Lobby Lounge, The Park Lane Hong Kong, a Pullman Hotel

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly present the solo exhibition “Get Up and (SLAM) Dance” by Distort Monsters, showcasing over 21 artworks. Last year, the works of Distort Monsters received great acclaim from art collectors, so this winter, the adorable and whimsical little monsters are once again visiting the 13a New Street Art Gallery. Music and dance have always been inspirational, and combining them with visual art creates another kind of chemistry. The little monsters and 13A New Street Art Gallery invite everyone to embark on this rhythmic art journey, bringing the joyful melodies of art to the community. With Christmas approaching, come and play with the cute and lively little monsters. Each of the little monsters carries a vibrant expression and is accompanied by a uniquely styled appearance, creating an anticipation of the true nature of these whimsical creatures. The artist, Distort Monsters, once said that each little monster he creates represents a thought or a personal feeling from his mind, making each creation a small fragment of his life. Through his artwork, he captures those fleeting moments of inspiration, preserving the vitality of life within his pieces, so that the fireworks of that moment will not fade away in an instant.

Opening Party：7th Dec (Sat, 6:00 - 8:00pm)

Gallery address: 13A New Street, Sheung Wan Central and Western

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly presents the solo exhibition“ Cosmic Construct ” Solo Exhibition By VALASARA  from 29th September - 15th October , showcasing over 15 pieces of artwork. Culture and art have always been closely intertwined, especially traditional culture acting as fuel for art. 13A New Street Art Gallery brings us a cultural extravaganza from Bali, Indonesia, allowing us to explore the local traditional culture through art. It serves as a reminder of the importance of holding onto our cultural roots and collective identity amidst rapid societal development. The works of Valasara, an artist from Bali, Indonesia, are divided into two series: "ALIENATED COSMIC SERIES" and "HOLY JOURNEY SERIES" Approaching from the perspective of a native Balinese, Valasara delves into multiple layers to understand the local culture.

Valasara's Alienated Cosmic series delves into Balinese society and how it's affected when its essential element is disconnected. What happens to our identity when we're separated from our traditions and the Balinese crowd? Valasara zooms in on the unique individuals of Bali, borrowing inspiration from Batuan paintings that showcase regular folks going about their everyday lives. But in Valasara's interpretation, these figures transform into something peculiar and intriguing. Stripped of their Balinese identity, they become even more expressive, showing their humanity beyond the ‘exotic’ image associated with Bali. This series challenges how we see things and forces us to think about the consequences of breaking away from tradition. Can we still find our voice when we're distanced from our cultural roots? Valasara's exploration of identity investigates what it truly means to be human. By navigating the intricate relationship between tradition and individuality, the Alienated Cosmic series uncovers different aspects of our existence. This series raises a conversation that goes beyond borders and cultures, reminding us of the deep connections that tie us together as humans. It reminds us of how important our cultural heritage is in shaping our lives and in turn, how our collective identity shaped our society.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly presents the solo exhibition "Sono Moon’s Book" by Sono Moon from 8 - 24th September, showcasing over 22 pieces of artwork. 13A New Street Art Gallery brings to life a fairy tale-like story that explores the transformative power of art in our lives. Internationally renowned artist Sono Moon, hailing from Korea, delves into the experiences of modern society through her artwork and delves deep into the origins of unchanging values. Sono Moon is an international artist known for her recent series, Through her artwork, Sono Moon explores the experience of living in modern society and delves into the source of unchanging values. Sono Moon, Formerly known as Seung Yeon Moon, she embarked on a transformative journey that led her to embrace a new name, a new style, and a new philosophy that she was eager to share with the world. As the first official exhibition under her new name, "Sono Moon's Book" was a remarkable testament to her artistic evolution. The exhibition portrayed her life story in a beautifully illustrated manner, reminiscent of the enchanting Aesop's fables and fairy tales that she had once adored.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13A New Street Art Gallery proudly presents the solo exhibition " Shred to Shinto " by YSK_Quality from 8th June to June 25th, featuring over 35 artworks. YSK_Quality specializes in creating art using the traditional Japanese craft of "Yosegi", which is a type of woodworking that originated in the Hakone region of Japan. "Yosegi" involves piecing together different colored woods to create intricate patterns, which are then crafted into a variety of art pieces. YSK_Quality comes from a traditional Japanese artisan family and is the fourth-generation heir to the family's mechanical woodworking techniques. In Japan, traditional techniques like "Yosegi" are usually passed down through generations, ensuring the purest form of the craft. Japanese artisans and their aesthetics have been praised worldwide, and there is a culture of "Japanese craftsmanship" where they dedicate their entire lives to perfecting one craft. They pour their heart and soul into their work, pursuing excellence in every detail and striving for perfection beyond perfection. Their creations are characterized by a simple and understated style, yet exude a harmonious and relaxed atmosphere. This rich and understated high-end aesthetic is easy to become enchanted with.

Gallery address: 13A New Street. Sheung Wan

13a New Street Art Gallery will present the "Made in Japan" group exhibition from May 5th to May 21st, showcasing over 34 artworks. During the spring season, Japan is filled with cherry blossoms that symbolize vitality, capturing the world's attention with its unique charm and exploratory spirit. This time, 13a New Street Art Gallery brings this Japanese style to the gallery, blending the aesthetics with contemporary trends to create a distinctive art style full of"genki!" (energy in Japanese). With the arrival of early summer, 13a New Street Art Galleryhopes to bring this "genki" atmosphere of Japan to the community. Works by four artists from Tokyo, including Kabekui, Mami Mog, Mameko Maeda & Yeka Haski, will be featured in the gallery, each with their own unique style, just like the diverse and trendy city of Tokyo.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

“There is a kind of flower called heartfelt thanks, and there is a kind of fragrance called leaving beauty in drawing”

13a The New Street Art Gallery will present the "Dancing with Flowers" solo exhibition of Fapopo from January 20 to February 12, with more than 30 works on display. The exhibition is full of a strong New Year atmosphere, and the main axis of the exhibition is the Maneki Cat, people and the most recognizable flower works. The artistic attainments of Fapopo are like those of the Hong Kong version of Yayoi Kusama and the female version of Zeng Zaochai. She is like Zeng Zaochai on the wall and under the ground, graffiti with a huge creative brush of personal style. She is also known as the “Hong Kong Yayoi Kusama”. Fapopo created a unique style of painting and painted the same things in the same work with her talent of self-taught. Such an artistic collision has brought fresh impressions.

The origin of the name "Fapopo" comes from Fapopo's predestination with flowers when she was young. She likes flowers very much and sells flowers at the Mongkok Flower Market to support her family. Fapopo's creative medium is not limited to plane or canvas. She likes to paint her works on different daily necessities, and most of them are objects that have been abandoned in the garbage station, such as the flat-bottomed wok for cooking, the suitcase for travel, the classic yellow plastic duck, etc... All of them are Fapopo's canvas. Fapopo's colorful and vivid color matching and highly unique painting style are combined with those ordinary life products, so that we can see a familiar and novel scenery.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

SurrealHK, a surrealism photographer from Hong Kong, held a solo exhibition in 13a New Street Art Gallery for the second time. The theme of this exhibition is "The Collective Surreal Memory by SURREALHK Solo Exhibition", which will be staged from 2nd December to 18th December, bringing 33 artworks. Apart from the most popular surrealism photography works. SurrealHK also brought new surprises to fans, by adding Hong Kong's iconic neon elements to the works. Let the brand-new concept be integrated into the graphic art, and make the surrealism sublimate to another level. In addition, SurrealHK collaborated with students from the BA (Hons) in Interactive Media of Hong Kong Polytechnic University to create five three-dimensional Fotomo creations with different styles.

SurrealHK takes the collective memory of Hong Kong people as the theme this time, and the pet appear vividly in different corners of Hong Kong, which makes the work slightly permeated with a lovely atmosphere. The author hopes to bring a little joy and positive energy to everyone through the exhibition in this post epidemic era. At the same time, we also want to use the camera to retain some familiar things at the moment of pressing the shutter, such as Jumbo Floating Restaurant, which was once one of the landmarks of Hong Kong, that we didn't have time to say goodbye to it. SurrealHK once again brought it to everyone's eyes and left behind good memories. Trams, minibus, subway stations, temple streets, and the huge buildings in Quarry Bay, commonly known as the "Monster Building", have been rotating with the great wheel of the times in Hong Kong from the things we are most familiar with everyday to the back. Like Hong Kong people of different ages, they have witnessed the ups and downs of Hong Kong. This time they will also appear in SurrealHK's works, so that everyone can find a familiar and warm resonance in the appreciation of the works. Hong Kong's environment and all aspects are changing.

The reality may make you feel frustrated at many times. There are also many precious things that have disappeared or are slowly entering the darkness silently. The absurd things keep happening, SurrealHK hopes that you can face all things with an optimistic attitude, live in the moment, and do more things that can make you happy. The time of life is very short, no matter you are in a good mood or a bad mood, you must continue to live, so why not choose to face everything with a cheerful attitude? Hong Kong is also known as the Pearl of the Orient. In the last century, colorful neon billboards were everywhere in the downtown market. With the progress of science and technology, this product of the era full of sense of the times was gradually eliminated. However, neon lights still play a very important role in the minds of the public. SurrealHK has brought them into its own works, making a variety of different types of collective memories bloom at the same time.

Gallery address:  G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

The cute and funny monster is visiting 13A New Street Art Gallery this summer, a series of monster characters created by artist Distort Monsters. This time, he brought the Hong Kong audience the second wave of “One Step Beyond” in the Monster Mayhem series. The monsters each have lively expressions and unique appearance, which makes people unexpectedly look forward to the true face of these funny creatures. In this collection of works, artists take aliens, robots, deep-sea creatures, etc. as the blueprint of creation, and their own stories give each monster a unique soul. Distort monsters once said that every monster he created was an idea in his mind and even his own feelings. In this way, the whole series, each creation is a small fragment of his life. Through his paintings, he captures those plots that can touch him in an instant, and seals the heat of life in his works, so that a moment of fireworks in life will not be fleeting.

Distort monsters, an emotional artist from the Philippines, began his street art career in 2009. He started his art career by painting skateboard stickers, and he was having issues with his mental health for a long time, and what accompanied him was artistic creation. He liberated himself by creating these monster characters, found his inner peace, and was cured from art. Recently, the monsters he created obviously have more different forms than before, with bright and powerful color contrast, and the overall picture is happy, lively and energetic. This change is the positive impact of the good medicine of artistic creation. People can influence life with life, and art can nourish the soul. We often hear people say "it's OK to be not OK", which is calling on us to accept our weakness. Accepting it does not make us more helpless. On the contrary, it is a process of treating ourselves and embracing the weakest self. Find the most comfortable way to get along with your innermost self, bravely open your deepest place, and learn how to treat yourself to create a stronger self.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

When it comes to sweets, many people have no resistance to them. The craving is as important as breathing. At the moment of eating, the tiny bits of happiness that we can feel all over our body is indeed remarkable. The sweet atmosphere wraps the taste buds, which cannot only satisfy our momentary appetite, but also bring an infinite sense of satisfaction. Urban people live a hard life of camp and service every day in a high-pressure environment. Having sweets is definitely a small blessing for them and a good medicine to comfort their tired hearts. Although the sense of “simple pleasure” is insignificant, its occurrence and existence can permeate different degrees of sweetness into life. Simple pleasure has the same effect when visiting or when we eat sweets.

CandyMary, a talented artist from Taiwan, once had a "sweet addiction" due to her love of candies. She was very attracted by the colorful wrapping paper and various flavors of sugar-coated candies, she has become a sugar addict under the constant unconscious intake. In this era of information explosion, the beauty function of social media, popular online restaurants, entertainment news, etc. She felt that such information was like an ice cream bucket in the freezer got hollowed out, but it was never refilled. At last, she left an open question worth our self reflection.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13a New Street Art Gallery presents 「SAME THING AGAIN AND AGAIN」 2CHOEY solo show

The same thing happens again and again, and the space-time we are in is like a vortex of infinite circulation. Things happen, from a sudden breeze blowing away the fallen leaves, to the fact that great battles between countries are constantly taking place in our lives. Although we have no way to know where things are going, we can choose to face anything with a relaxed and happy attitude. This time, 2CHOEY not only put his signature palm face and hand raising movement into the work, but also added some new elements to bring freshness to the audience. He put some familiar materials into the new series of works, such as Campbell soup, the Mona Lisa and some lovely cartoon characters, so as to add a sense of familiarity to the works, that the public can easily find that resonance in the works. 

2CHOEY, a talented artist from Thailand, always have deep feelings on the current social changes, and his works are warmly pursued by fans all over the world. He is now holding his second solo exhibition "Same Thing Again and Again" in Hong Kong. He created a series of works that subvert traditional art, explore deep-seated social phenomena, and enable the public to reinterpret and think about popular culture under the communication beyond language.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13a New Street Art Gallery presents AROL ART SHOW “SCRAMBLED and STIGMATIZED” First Solo Exhibition in Hong Kong.

Welcome to the Arol Art Show! "Scrambled and Stigmatized" is a walk through the artist's most intimate corners, an emotional roller coaster that reminds us that we are alive, that we are wonderful sentient beings.

A journey that in each station in front of these characters, they could function perfectly as mirrors if when observing them we enjoy it from an innocent gaze that does not judge and only feels without further ado, walking through the deepest labyrinths of our Being.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

3a New Street Art Gallery Proudly Presents
SurrealHK X FCC X 13a New Street Wall Exhibition - “Climate Change & The Housing Problem”

Time: 10-12am, 3-5:30pm (open to public)
Venue address: The Foreign Correspondence Club (FCC), Main Bar, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong

Contemporary Artist Mr.Likey from New York keen on playing with the concept of painting within a painting. Mr.Likey displays his signature style of blending street art aesthetics with cartoon and playful elements in this collection. These unique art pieces comprised a mix of cartoon characters. With the worldview from different background, showing audiences to feel the beautiful implication with cultural symbolic meaning behind it and create mutual harmony.

The theme of this exhibition “Melt like Dali” , apart from combining different characters with Mr.Likey elements. This time Mr.Likey take his artwork to the next level and combines different signature elements of famous artworks. Just like Dali ‘s famous artwork - “The Melting Clock” , Mr Likey “melted” all the motifs & elements, and recreated the well-known painting in his own way. Endued paintings to have multiple meanings, and give all these artwork with another in-depth interpretations.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

3a New Street Art Gallery proudly presents “POP MASH” — Aaron Craig first Solo exhibition in Hong Kong.
POP MASH is the term that Aaron Craig uses when refering to his artistic style. This exhibition serves to blend two of his favourite muses into one new entity; his love of classic cartoons and the superheroes and villains he grew up obsessing over.
ABOUT AARON CRAIG
Aaron Craig is an Australian pop artist based on the Sunshine Coast, who’s work is rich in 80s and 90s pop culture nostalgia. Often forging together conflicting elements from cartoons, comics, products and advertising until they become familiar at first glance, but at a second look are completely unique.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

For most of us, a “thread” is merely an ordinary object used in everyday life. For Hong Kong-based thread portrait artist Alfred Cheng however, he sees thread as his muse - his medium in which he brings to life a visual language. A thread is Cheng’s singular, exclusive tool he uses to convey his artistic vision, and his meticulous techniques present the subjects in his portraits in a stunningly realistic fashion. Cheng takes a single thread of yarn over 5,000 meters long and weaves it by hand around a circular wooden canvas frame made up of around 300 to 600 metal nails to create hyper realistic masterpieces.

The classic roles in movies have always been an important element that accompanies the growth of the public. Alfred Cheung refuses to utilize traditional painting tools and paints to create his portraits. Instead, he uses a thread and an algorithm that outlines the complex structure of the portrait. After mapping out the portrait over the canvas, Cheng then individually hammers metal nails along the perimeter of the canvas’s circular wooden frame, keeping within a precise measured guideline to keep every nail at a specific distance apart. There is little margin for error in his technique. Cheng’s portrait interprets a new dimension to the relations between algorithms and thread art, which redefines the nature of "painting".

13a New Street Art Gallery is proud to present a group exhibition featuring artist from all over the world:
AROL🇪🇸, Miloza Ma🇭🇰, Mizuki Nishiyama🇯🇵, Mr.Likey🇺🇸, RAINBO🇨🇳, Toys Pottery🇯🇵, 2CHOEY🇹🇭

Venue address: G/F, 13a New Street

“Raise Hands” in the air is an interesting action, there are many meanings behind it. This is a simple action that everyone does and knows in their lives. We called it “Hands Up”. It could be surrender or signify assent. On the other hand, it could be participation, being for or against something. 

2CHOEY, an artist born and raised in Thailand, who plays artworks with hands reinterpret pop culture. This is his first solo exhibition in Hong Kong, 2CHOEY trying to explore the hidden meaning behind “HANDS UP”, to investigate the social phenomenon, the communication beyond languages, to evaluate current popular cultures and issues. “Put your hands up” are not just a superficial message, but also there is a hidden agenda that represents morality and fearlessness, and it is something that worth reflecting on.

Gallery address: G/F, 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

On 12th November at 13a New Street Art Gallery, we are proud to present a solo exhibition by a contemporary artist SAN CHIU (Ryan) of the theme “CROSS TOO OVER” from 13th November until 22nd November.

CROSS TOO OVER is a collection about the current social situation under the influence of the global pandemic by contemporary artist Ryan San. Ryan uses a satirical way to bring out the chaotic scene created by excessive consumption and “fast” culture, where creativity and consumption are losing their boundaries.

Characters in each painting look like they’re melting and exhausted as if they are shouting to the viewers they’re worn out for being overused. Making use of a humorous form of expression, Ryan’s ‘Cross Too Over’ collection is challenging the new era of art.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan

13a Street Art Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition by the one and only SurrealHK. The launch of limited edition Art Print, in collaboration with Giclée printing brand take-a-lap.

Gallery address: 13a New Street, Sheung Wan