Floating Weeds - Shunga & community illustration exhibition by Po Hung
Floating Weeds is the latest exhibition of Hung Man-Po, featuring a selection of his illustrations from the Sham Shui Po community series. These artworks reflect his observations of the community life in Sham Shui Po, where he currently resides, capturing both the present and his memories from the past decades. His latest Ukiyo-e artworks are also presented in the exhibition, expressing his reactions to contemporary societal issues. Each illustration is intricately detailed, inviting viewers to explore and ponder various aspects.
“Ukiyo Monogatari” mentioned, “When everything goes wrong, it is called the floating world.” From this perspective, it is evident that life won’t always go as planned, which is a common worldly truth. Therefore, the momentary ‘world-weary’ view transforms into hedonistic pleasure-seeking, emphasizing the craving for immediate enjoyment.
Hung Man Po’s observations of the current social phenomena in Hong Kong resonate well with the concept of “Ukiyo” from Japan’s Edo period, particularly the ‘happiness unto death’ consciousness found in the “Shunga” (a type of Ukiyo-e art) artwork. Several new pieces of Hong Kong “Shunga” have thus emerged, reflecting this sentiment and responding to the Hong Kong Government’s Art March by organizing “The Floating Grass” exhibition, aiming to share the joy with the public, living life to the fullest!
30 March - 7 April, 2024
Daily 12 - 7pm
The artist will be present on March 30th and in other unset dates
**Please be advised that some artwork contain adult contents and may not suitable for younger viewers.
Hung Man Po – A community Storyteller, is a visual artist and designer, who finds profound inspiration in the vibrant tapestry of the community and its people. His creative journey has led him to recognize the deep interconnection between artists and the communities they inhabit.
In his distinctive ukiyo-e style paintings, Hung Man Po captures the diverse human experiences within the Hong Kong community, forging a sincere and profound connection. His artistic expressions serve as a heartfelt homage to the people and rich cultural tapestry of Hong Kong, embodying a firm dedication to safeguarding and exalting the essence of the community through his evocative creations.
Hung Man Po – A community Storyteller, is a visual artist and designer, who finds profound inspiration in the vibrant tapestry of the community and its people. His creative journey has led him to recognize the deep interconnection between artists and the communities they inhabit.
In his distinctive ukiyo-e style paintings, Hung Man Po captures the diverse human experiences within the Hong Kong community, forging a sincere and profound connection. His artistic expressions serve as a heartfelt homage to the people and rich cultural tapestry of Hong Kong, embodying a firm dedication to safeguarding and exalting the essence of the community through his evocative creations.
