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City Art Guide: Seoul
More than just kimchi and k-pop, Seoul has a vibrant art scene that speaks to both traditional and contemporary art. Discover a whole new world of art with our City Art Guide!
August 19, 2019
City Art Guide: Tokyo
Tokyo's art scene is one heavily supported by private individuals and entities, which gives it a unique local flavour and makes it one of Asia's most exciting art capitals.
February 28, 2019
An Interview with Wu Chi-Tsung
Multimedia contemporary artist, Wu Chi-Tsung is well-known for his experimental work and his attention to detail for each project that he undertakes.
April 25, 2018
Wake Up and Smell the Reality: An Interview with Rirkrit Tiravanija
On the occasion of Thai artist Rirkrit Tiavanija's Ng Teng Fong Rooftop Commission, we speak to the artist about his inspiration behind the teahouse and his thoughts on art in the age of The Selfie. (He makes a reference to Total Recall, by the way)
March 28, 2018
A Corporate Commitment to the Arts: An Interview with Deborah Ehrlich
On the occasion of Art Basel Hong Kong, we look at Lead Partner, the UBS Art Collection and the financial institution's commitment to the Arts, as we speak to Regional manager APAC, Deborah Ehrlich.
March 25, 2018
Making the Intangible Tangible: Exploring Jun Ong's Light Art
Jun Ong is known for his immersive light art sculptures and installations. We speak to him to find out more about his latest commission for Art Central HK 2018 and his artistic process...
March 23, 2018
Ex-Art Basel Hong Kong Director Launches New International Art Fair in Taipei to Be Presented By UBS
Magnus Renfrew, former director of Art Basel Hong Kong (previously known as Art HK before it was acquired by Art Basel), has announced the launch of his latest project, Taipei Dangdai (台北当代), a new international art fair that he has co-founded and will be directing.
March 20, 2018
Art Fair Tokyo 2018 Round Up
Art Fair Tokyo returned for another edition from 9th till 11th March 2018 at Tokyo International Forum, with the theme 'Art is Life'. For their 13th edition this year, Japan's biggest and oldest art fair, featured a total of 164 exhibits by both local and international exhibitors - the greatest number that has been showcased so far. Art Fair Tokyo is known for its curation of antiquities, alongside contemporary art and design, which gives the fair its unique character. For 2018, the fair featured more large-scale booths in the Galleries sector, and solo booths by emerging galleries in the Projects sector.
March 12, 2018
Highlights from Art Fair Tokyo 2018
Art Fair Tokyo returns for another edition this year! We were live from the ground on their preview day to bring you some of the highlights...
March 09, 2018
What to Expect At Hong Kong Art Week Parties
In a blink of an eye, we’re a good way into the first quarter of 2018, which means Hong Kong Art Week is almost here! Here is our guide on how to get in the door and what to do once you’re through!
February 28, 2018
Artist of the Month: Eunsuh Choi
Our Artist of the Month for January is Korean artist Eunsuh Choi and her out-of-this-world ethereal glass sculptures that look delicate, but make a huge statement.
February 14, 2018
Exhibitions to Visit this February: Manila
Ahead of the upcoming edition of Art Fair Philippines early next month, we're bringing you some exhibitions to check out while you're in the city for the fair! MCAD Flatlands 7 December 2017 - 4 March 2018 James Beckett, Hrair Sarkissian, Amie Siegel, and Eugenio Tibaldi The artists in the exhibition seek out stories hidden, dismissed or forgotten, engaging with sites from cities to closed rooms, re-orienting various notions of origin and influence.
February 09, 2018