‘ From beadwork to embroidery, straw weaving to paper craft, patchwork quilts of nomadic tribes to silkscreen prints of agrarian island communities, handicraft techniques and everyday objects inherited through time immemorial have often been sources of inspiration and materials for contemporary artists. Both folk craft and contemporary art originate from humanity’s innate desires for creation, expression, exchange and identity, and are vessels for conveying emotion and reason.
Lining Revealed examines the interactions between folk craft and contemporary art by juxtaposing artworks, handicrafts and archival documents. Through the critical lens and creative manifestations of contemporary art, it reveals the historical, social and cultural significance embodied in folk craft and the role craft plays in reinvigorating contemporary vision. The exhibition also speaks to the importance of contemporary art in the continuity of cultural heritage, such as challenging the over-celebration of the handmade and encouraging us to look beyond the value frameworks and ideologies of modern society to uncover the deeper content and meaning of folk craft.’
Weaving Humour and Vulnerability | An Introspective and Intimate Visual Diary
Gold and silver joss paper, pills, and traditional Chinese medicine—these familiar elements are transformed into a multi-sensory art installation by artist Hong Kong artist Ellen Yiu. Through humour, she explores profound themes of life, aging, sickness and death.
1. ‘This World and The Next’ is intricately woven from joss paper that elevates beyond its ritualistic significance, prompting us to reflect on the importance of tradition and its relevance in our evolving world.
2. In ‘Take My Home Away’, Ellen transforms her personal experiences into a visual diary. Through woodwork, ceramics, embroidery, sewing, and drawing, she invites visitors to imagine the relationships between objects, stories, and emotions.
3. ‘If The Sky Falls, Use It as A Blanket’ subtly emits the fragrance of Chinese herbal medicine. The translucent textiles symbolise the flow of time, creating a relatable experience of healing and nostalgia that is both intimate and complex.
‘Lining Revealed – A Journey Through Folk Wisdom and Contemporary Vision’
Date: From now until 13.07.2025
Venue: CHAT
Time: 11:00am-7:00pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
交織幽默與脆弱 | 編織出自我反思的視覺日記
金銀衣紙、藥丸、中藥，種種對你我來說都耳熟能詳的物品，在藝術家 姚君潔 的創作下，變成了多感官藝術裝置，以幽默面對生老病死的命題。
1.《 #陰間陽間只隔了一層紙 》以金銀衣紙編織成 ，這件作品賦予金銀衣紙除了祭祀外另一新的意涵和價值，並思考傳統的重要性和未來發展。
2. 在《 #把我的家帶走 》中，Ellen將她的個人經驗轉化成視覺日記，運用木工、陶藝、刺繡、縫紉、繪畫等方式，邀請大家想像物件、故事與情感之間的聯繫。
3.《 #天跌落嚟當被冚：藥毯 》隱約散發淡淡中藥香氣，半透明的織物象徵着時間流逝。兩者結合起來，創造出一種關於治療和懷舊的共享體驗，既私密又複雜。
「湧動的暗綫——遊走在民間智慧與當代視野之間」
Images Courtesy CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile), Hong Kong