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South China Morning Post
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Celebrating a decade of outdoor expression: how HKwalls transformed Hong Kong's streets
Celebrating 10 years of street art in Hong Kong , HKwalls has once again transformed Central and the Western district into a vibrant outdoor canvas, this time until March 30. With murals and digital artworks that capture the dynamic spirit of urban creativity, PMQ serves as this year's festival headquarters, offering a nucleus of exhibitions, workshops, guided tours and special events designed to engage both the community and visitors. Advertisement By its very nature, street art is an inclusive medium that transcends traditional barriers to access and appreciation. It exists in public spaces, inviting everyone – regardless of background or socioeconomic status – to engage with the artwork. This accessibility fosters a sense of community and allows artists to connect directly with their audience, creating dialogues that are often absent from conventional gallery settings. HKwalls' murals and digital artworks capture the essence of urban creativity. Photo: Handout HKwalls embodies this ethos with a brand-new initiative, HKwalls Rooms – a pop-up offering independent galleries and emerging artists the opportunity to showcase their work alongside that of renowned muralists. 'As we mark our 10th anniversary, HKwalls continues to celebrate creativity, originality and artistic expression, while making street art accessible to all,' says Maria Wong, the organisation's managing director. This initiative aims to eliminate financial barriers typically associated with art fairs, allowing more participants to engage in the city's vibrant arts scene. Continuing the theme of community engagement, the main courtyard of PMQ is hosting live painting events and interactive activities, with self-taught Italian artist El Rughi inviting visitors to play his eight by eight-metre board game inspired by vintage Chinese Happy Chess. El Rughi's giant board game, inspired by Chinese Happy Chess, is at PMQ until the end of the HKwalls Festival. Photo: Handout This year's line-up includes a diverse array of talent from around the globe, with artists such as Hopare, whose large-scale installation Indigo Memories adorns PMQ's facade, featuring portraits of former residents. Other notable artists include Hong Kong's own Ange McCalmont, Emerico, Erin Hung and DD Yung, as well as emerging talent from mainland China, Europe and beyond.
South China Morning Post
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
HKwalls 2025: what not to miss at Hong Kong's street art festival
Hong Kong's annual street art festival HKwalls has returned for its 10th edition, marking a decade of celebrating the colours and paintings that adorn the city's urban landscape. Advertisement The Post explores what to look out for this year, including the slate of international artists showcasing their works and their creative processes. 1. What is the HKwalls festival? HKwalls is a nine-day festival taking place from March 22 to 30. Central's PMQ is acting as a hub for event, while murals and digital artworks enliven the Central and Western district. 'Our vision is to create opportunities for local and international artists to showcase their talent … through the mediums of street art and street culture,' said Maria Wong, managing director of HKwalls. 2. What is HKwalls' cultural significance? HKwalls aims to act as a catalyst for recognising and elevating street art, while fostering the exchange of ideas through the invitation of international artists.
