Cross-Cultural Dialogues at “Beauty Speaks for Itself” in Taipei
At Taipei’s National Palace Museum, Beauty Speaks for Itself sparks a dynamic dialogue by juxtaposing objects from varied origins, eras, and mediums, inviting visitors to reflect on ideals of beauty across cultures, time, and space.
Spotlight on Jewellery: “The Adorned Body” Exhibition at HKPM
A special exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) presents a stunning exploration of French fashion from the 18th to early 20th century. Join me as we dive into the exquisite jewels that define the era’s opulence and refined taste.
Poetry in Motion: The Floating World of Chen Chih-Kwan
As both an artist and architect, Chen Chih-Kwan’s ink paintings invite viewers into a mesmerising experience — one where they are no longer bound by a single perspective but are free to wander through a fluid, ever-changing landscape within the artist’s imaginative world.
Reflections on The Modern and Contemporary Korean Calligraphy Exhibition
The Modern and Contemporary Korean Calligraphy exhibition is the first comprehensive survey of its kind in Taiwan. But with most Taiwanese unable to read Korean scripts, how can it resonate, and what insights can we gain from it?
A Passion for Silk: Weaving Cultures from China to Europe
A Passion for Silk, currently on display at the City University of Hong Kong, invites us to traverse the Silk Road and uncover the ancient history of silk — a material once valued as highly as gold.
Can Contemporary Buddhist Art Be the Middle Way to Enlightenment?
Taiwanese artist Chen-Yu Chang’s highly meditative paintings, on view at the exhibition Superimposition, Entanglement, and Excitation, bring us to the intersection of millennia-old Buddhist wisdom and the quantum world.
Wander in India: The National Museum
Home to over 5,000 years of India’s history and culture, the National Museum in New Delhi weaves a compelling narrative of diversity and inclusivity as the nation navigates its identity.
On Storytelling: Traditional Puppetry with a Modern Twist
With a modern twist, traditional puppetry transcends storytelling, illuminating the memories and history of a land long forgotten by most.
Behind the Mask: Navigating the World of Noh at Kanazawa Noh Museum
Join me as we step into Kanazawa Noh Museum — a haven that unravels the rich history, cherished traditions, and emotional tapestry of Noh, a time-honoured Japanese performing art.
Life in Edo Japan: Beyond Pictures of the Floating World
The “In Praise of Humanity” exhibition at the Tokugawa Art Museum shifts viewers’ focus from conventional themes of geisha, courtesans, and Kabuki players, bringing to light the myraid of narratives woven into people’s everyday lives in Edo japan.