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<p>Newly opened Artspace K, celebrates&nbsp;and spotlights contemporary artists in style…</p>
<p>After much anticipation and with high spirits, The Repulse Bay welcomed a brand-new art gallery, Artspace K, last month. The grand opening, which was presided over by its founder, Chen Kok-choo, also doubled as the exciting launch of the contemporary art space’s first exhibition. Titled “<em>Winter Joy</em>”, this exhibition marks the first-ever solo showcase in Hong Kong by renowned Taiwanese artist, Hung Yi.</p>
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<p>Chen is no stranger to the art and culture sphere. An international corporate lawyer by profession, upon her retirement in 2002, the intrepid cultural connoisseur and Hong Kong native chose to answer a second calling, this time as a promoter of art and culture works.</p>
<p>“I define culture as something that our ancestors have passed down to us, be it through intangible traditions or their very real literary, artistic and musical legacies,” explains Chen, “and it’s through this that we can understand our past.”</p>
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<p>With this philosophy driving her, Chen would eventually revitalise and restore three heritage buildings in Taipei – Taipei Story House, Futai Street Foreign Mansion and museum207 – transforming them into modern-day museums that could educate people about their own history. With this undeniable success under her belt, she then turned her attention towards her hometown of Hong Kong.</p>
<p>“Hong Kong is a leading international art hub, with services and an infrastructure that few other cities can rival,” says Chen, “so I focused on setting up a platform for contemporary artists from all over the world, one that would position them to best take advantage of the city’s strengths.”</p>
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<p>A year later, that vision has come to fruition in Artspace K, a gallery that Chen hopes will “instil a love of art within the local community.” Designed as a mini museum, she hopes to utilise this venue to introduce a range of local and international artists to the city through thoughtfully curated, ever-changing exhibitions.</p>
<p>“We hope to present about eight to ten established or emerging artists across a range of mediums and themes at Artspace K each year over four exhibitions,” Chen says, “and we don’t just introduce the artworks but also the artists, to educate on what makes each one so unique.”</p>
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<p>It is precisely this thought that drove the selection of Taiwanese artist Hung Yi as its inaugural exhibition artist. “Hung Yi is one of Taiwan’s most famous prolific contemporary sculptors. He’s had 87 exhibitions across the world, including many leading international art hotspots, yet he has never held a solo exhibition in Hong Kong and many locals probably haven’t heard of him. That’s why I want to introduce Hongkongers to his fantastic works.”</p>
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<p>Thus, Artspace K’s “<em>Winter Joy</em>” exhibition, which runs until February 21, 2021, is an exposé on Hung Yi’s artistic vision and craftsmanship, with 13 steelwork sculptures and two acrylic paintings from his “<em>Animals</em>” series now on proud display. Vibrant and colourful, each piece has been burnished with traditional symbols, floral motifs and contemporary ideograms. Above all – and perhaps at a time where Hong Kong needs it most – “<em>Winter Joy</em>” evokes a child-like joy of colourful expression devoid of all negativity.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Artspace K.</em></strong><em>G105-106, The RepulseBay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong</em></p>
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<p>While we may be able to avoid the snowy touch of winter here in Hong Kong, our northern-nation neighbors are not so lucky, but with Spring but already sprung now is the perfect time to hop a plane and pack your hiking boots for a trip northward.&nbsp;Indeed, with a boundless amount of&nbsp;<a href="//www.gafencushop.com/tag/hiking/">hiking</a> trails in Northern Asia, it can be difficult to narrow down which ones should top our to-do lists in a world never before so friendly for travel. Fortunately, we&#8217;ve had the time to climb a mountain or two for you and report back with our top results.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-43992 aligncenter" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china.jpg" alt="hiking trails in Northern Asia" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/china-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<h3>Zhangjiajie National Forest Park</h3>
<h4>China</h4>
<p>Now just a quick train ride of five or so hours,&nbsp;thanks to the high-speed train from West-Kowloon station, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park appears to be right out of a lucid dream. However, the national park is indeed a sure thing with a beauty arguably unmatched, so much so that it was featured in the James Cameron blockbuster <strong>Avatar&nbsp;</strong>(2010). The&nbsp;unique geological formations are plentiful, with rushing rivers and trails for days. You won&#8217;t want to exclude Zhangjiajie from your bucket list, but be sure to go during off season as the sudden fame of the park has propelled visitors into the millions.</p>
<h3><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-43990 aligncenter" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan.jpg" alt="hiking trails in Northern Asia" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/japan-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></h3>
<h3>The Imperial Route to Kumano</h3>
<h4>Japan</h4>
<p>A cherished park in Japan for over 1,000 years, the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route is now a registered UNESCO world heritage site and for good reason. Enjoy a stroll down the same trails that once were taken by retired emperors and aristocrats, offering routes for both short walks and multi-day treks. To give your feet a deserved break, treat yourself to one of the many traditional accommodations of the area and take a dip into the hot springs.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-43991 aligncenter" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea.jpg" alt="hiking trails in Northern Asia" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/korea-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<h3>Odaesan National Park</h3>
<h4>South Korea</h4>
<p>For those eager to explore South Korea&#8217;s North-Eastern region, you best start with Odaesan Nation Park found some 144 kilometers east from the nation&#8217;s capital of Seoul. As the place to be for anyone looking to be at one with nature, Odaesan is chock-full of well-marked trails and even child-friendly. Enjoy the calming sounds of the river, and make sure to stop into the Sangwonsa Temple before calling it a day. &nbsp;</p>
<figure id="attachment_43993" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-43993" style="width: 466px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-43993 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan.jpg" alt="hiking trails in Northern Asia" width="466" height="700" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan.jpg 466w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan-186x280.jpg 186w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan-120x180.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/taiwan-400x601.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-43993" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Photo: Bailey Atkinson</em></figcaption></figure>
<h3>Taroko National Park</h3>
<h4>Taiwan</h4>
<p>Bearing its name from the local Truku aboriginal tribe, Taroko National Park is not only one of the most beautiful sights in Taiwan, but in the world. For those searching for a truly marveling view which has been scantily touched by man, will be delighted to learn that Taroko is sacredly protected by Taiwan&#8217;s environmental protection movement. Sure to be a splendid way to immerse yourself into nature, the park is home to several hiking trails, a wide range of wildlife many of which are unique to the region and relaxed county of Hualien just minutes away.</p>
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<p><em>Text: <a href="mailto:bailey@itotalmedia.com">Bailey Atkinson</a></em></p>


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