光環，一個象徵神聖的符號，通常被描繪成環繞神聖人物頭部的圓形或拱形光芒。然而，在香港藝術家Kazy Chan即將舉辦的個展《迴曲》中，這一符號被重新詮釋。Kazy通過對光環形象的扭曲重構，挑戰了那些常常抑制我們創造力和理解的固有觀念，期望觀眾能夠透過多種媒介的創作，重新審視他們對世界的看法。

A halo, a symbol of holiness, traditionally depicted as a circular or arched manifestation of light encircling the head of a revered figure. However, in the upcoming solo exhibition “The Twist of a Halo” by Hong Kong artist Kazy Chan, this symbol is reinterpreted. By challenging the fixed preconceptions that often stifle our creativity and understanding, Kazy distorts and reimagines this ethereal symbol through various mediums in hopes that viewers can reflect on the ever-changing nature of their perceptions and knowledge of the world.

Why it matters?

光環本是藝術家筆下的想像，其真正形態未曾確立，從簡單的光圈到象徵三位一體的十字架，這一形象允許藝術家進行無限的創意探索。在Kazy的作品中，這些光環不僅是光的匯聚，更展現了藝術家對自由創造的追求。每一件作品都體現了他對創新的不懈追求和對不同媒介創作的探索。

As depicted by a myriad of artists, halos are products of imagination, and their true form remains unknown, allowing for endless interpretations ranging from a simple representation of radiance in the form of a circle to evolving into a symbol of the Trinity in the shape of a cross. In Kazy’s works, these halos are not just convergences of light but also showcase the artist’s pursuit of creative freedom. Each piece embodies his relentless pursuit of innovation and exploration across different mediums.

是次展覽將展出Kazy利用多種媒介創作的作品，其中包括迄今最大型的陶瓷雕塑和創新性地結合陶瓷與繪畫的作品。他首次使用扭曲形狀的木製畫框，展示一系列裝裱在光環形畫框內的畫作。近年來，Kazy不斷突破藝術表達的界限，將陶瓷雕塑與畫布融合，打破了傳統畫作的平面限制，創造出一種新的二維與三維結合的藝術形式。

This exhibition will showcase Kazy’s works, including his largest ceramic sculptures, never-seen-before paintings on wood in halo-shaped frames, and his innovative ceramic-on-canvas pieces. He uses twisted wooden frames for the first time, displaying a series of paintings within halo-shaped frames. In recent years, Kazy has continuously broken the boundaries of artistic expression by merging ceramic sculptures with canvas, breaking away from the traditional confines of flat paintings to create a new art form that combines two-dimensional and three-dimensional elements.

3 Highlights:

• Kazy的陶瓷作品是本次展覽的焦點作品，這些陶瓷作品更具概念性，專注於光環的意義而非其物理表現形式。特别值得一提的是作品《The Chair》，這件作品以符合人體工學的椅子形狀呈現，挑戰觀眾對舒適座椅的傳統認知。當觀眾走近時，會發現一個通常懸浮在神聖人物頭上的光環，像被忽視的物品一樣垂落在椅子上，承載著與這個標誌性圖像不常見的沉重感。
• Kazy’s ceramic works are the focal point of this exhibition, with a conceptual focus on the meaning of halos rather than their physical representation. Particularly noteworthy is the piece ‘The Chair,’ which presents in an ergonomically designed chair shape, challenging traditional perceptions of comfortable seating. As viewers approach, they discover a halo, typically suspended above the heads of sacred figures, neglected and drooping over the chair, carrying an unusual weight for this iconic image.

• 透過Kazy的描述，我們一向熟悉的光環和物品均變得越來越難以捉摸。就如展覧中最大型的一幅畫作《The Halo》，畫中所描繪的光環比我們傳統認知的光環大，如同一顆在浩瀚宇宙中 不斷膨脹的行星，繁星點點象徵著越來越多的個體加入，或許會組成新的、不斷擴展的星環，成為宇宙的一部分。
• Through Kazy’s descriptions, familiar halos and objects become increasingly elusive. Like in the exhibition’s largest painting ‘The Halo,’ the depicted halo is larger than traditionally perceived, like a planet expanding in the vast universe, with specks of stars symbolizing more individuals joining, perhaps forming a new, ever-expanding ring of stars, becoming part of the universe.

• 展覽中的燈光和空間布局也以光環為靈感，創造了一系列奇形怪狀的門洞，引導觀眾穿梭於展廳的各個角落。透過這些扭曲迴異的設計，觀眾被鼓勵積極地探索這個不斷變化的世界，挑戰並重新塑造既定的觀念，帶領觀眾在每個轉折點都能進入最真實的內在自我。
• The exhibition’s lighting and spatial layout are also inspired by halos, creating a series of oddly shaped doorways that guide viewers through the various corners of the gallery. Through these distorted and peculiar designs, viewers are encouraged to actively explore this constantly changing world, challenging and reshaping established notions, bringing us closer to our most authentic inner selves at every turn. 

Background – Kazy Chan and JPS Gallery

Kazy Chan是一位新興的香港藝術家，正逐漸在當代藝術領域嶄露頭角。他因創新繪畫和富有感染力的陶瓷作品受到認可和喜愛。其創作不斷追求革新和實現多樣化的藝術表達，這也使得他在作品中融合多種媒介，其中最突出的是將陶瓷雕塑融入他的畫布創作中。

Kazy Chan is an emerging Hong Kong artist who has carved out a niche within the contemporary art landscape. Recognised for his innovative paintings and evocative ceramics, Kazy’s artistic journey is characterised by a relentless pursuit of reinvention and experimentation with diverse forms of creative expression. This approach has led him to present a captivating series of works that seamlessly fuse various mediums, one of which involves incorporating his ceramic sculptures into the very fabric of his canvas creations.

Kazy在質感厚重的畫布表面採用乾刷技法，賦予作品生命，使獨特的人物形象在色彩鮮豔的想像空間中躍然紙上。當觀眾進入Kazy的奇幻世界時，會發現自己置身於一個靜謐反思的庇護所，能夠靜靜地思考他作品中描繪的迷人故事。Kazy旨在通過他的繪畫技巧，喚起生機和寧靜，反映出自然界固有的多樣色彩和紋理。每一層色彩逐漸揭開，開啟了一場揭示與隱藏的動態互動，激發觀眾對普世概念和情感的探索。

Kazy’s dry brush painting technique on a heavily textured surface breathes life into his whimsical works, where unique figures come to exist within brightly coloured imaginary settings. As spectators are immersed in Kazy’s fantastical realm, they find themselves in a space that serves as a sanctuary for introspection, allowing for quiet contemplation of the captivating narratives woven into his art. Through his painterly methods, Kazy aims to evoke vibrancy and tranquillity, mirroring the diverse hues and textures inherent in the natural world. The gradual unveiling of each layer of colour initiates a dynamic interplay of revelation and concealment, fostering the exploration of universal concepts and emotions.

JPS畫廊始創於二零一四年，先後在香港、東京、巴黎和巴塞隆拿成立畫廊空間，是一所主打當代藝術的畫廊，代理來自世界各地的新晉及知名藝術家。

Established in Hong Kong in 2014 and later in Tokyo, Paris and Barcelona, JPS Gallery is an independent contemporary art gallery presenting works of emerging and established artists from around the world. 

畫廊旗下的藝術家大玩流行文化,從現代生活文化符號取材，以不同媒介創作出獨特的當代藝術品，趣緻玩味，呈現當代美學。本畫廊不但為新一代藝術家提供自由的創作空間，亦 為收藏家提供別樹一幟的藝術品，更為香港藝術品市場帶來緊貼時代潮流的作品。更為香 港藝 術品市場帶來緊貼時代潮流的作品。

The gallery is founded with a passionate spirit that is dedicated to the new digital age and the exploration of the world of fine art and pop culture. We aim to create an innovative environment for a new generation of artists and collectors, fostering a creative space for all. We focus on fun and playful works of the era that span across different mediums and disciplines, showcasing a discerning selection of works that embody the aesthetics of today. 

Final Tips:

在《迴曲》，一切既定的東西都可以被質疑和重塑。

In “The Twist of a Halo”, everything that has been established is open to questioning and reshaping.

迴曲 | The Twist of a Halo
Date:
2024. 7. 19 – 2024. 8. 18
Venue:
香港中環皇后大道中15號置地廣場中庭2樓218-219號舖
Shops 218-219, 2/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong

Courtesy of artist Kazy Chan and JPS Gallery