Ryan Cheng Pottery
Ryan learned ceramics at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University (co-presented by Hong Kong Art School) graduating in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) in Ceramics. His art pieces have been exhibited in galleries in Hong Kong and have been collected by the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and other private collectors.
While working on his art, Ryan also produces small batches of functional ware for sale. In 2018 he started Ryan Cheng Pottery to feature his pottery work.
Coming from Hong Kong and having a background in industrial design, Ryan's interest in ceramics was drawn to the modern studio pottery styles of 20th century artists like Lucie Rie, Hans Coper and Walter Keeler. These artists continued a long tradition of ceramic techniques while keeping them relevant to their time by using the craft to express their own individual aesthetics. Inspired by these artists and his own passion to create, Ryan continues to explore his craft in order to produce pottery that is new and unique.
Hung Man Po - A Community Storyteller 社區故事人
Hung Man Po is a visual artist and designer, who finds profound inspiration in the vibrant tapestry of the community and its people. His compelling works, such as "Listening, Hong Kong”, beautifully narrate the tales of vanishing brands in the city. "Age of Wonders” is a captivating exploration of Sham Shui Po, and "Omi Cities" explores the influence of both Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur.
In his distinctive ukiyo-e style paintings, 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.
As a designer with over two decades of experience in branding and graphic design, Hung has collaborated with the British Council, Hong Kong Arts Center, Taiwan Alisanwin Tea Brand, and Malaysia Classic Accents Museum.
洪文寶以社區和居民間多元面貌為創作靈感。從創意之旅認識到藝術家們與其居住社區之間的深厚聯繫。 無論是由他敘述城市中消失的品牌故事「聽港 Listen, Hong Kong」，或是敘述一個關於深水埗個人回憶和探索社區演變的「浪盪時光 Age of Wonders」，還有「雙城記 Omi Cities」中香港與吉隆坡個別文化差異對他的影響， 都充滿著對兩個城市深厚情懷。
對洪文寶來說，以浮世繪畫風描繪出香港社區的種種人情味，便是他與社區連繫的最好方法。
身為全職設計師，洪文寶擁有超過二十年品牌及平面設計經驗，曾與英國文化協會、香港藝術中心、台灣阿里山烏龍茶品牌和馬來西亞鄉音館等國際機構合作. 無論是作為設計師塑造品牌的視覺敘事，還是透過藝術創作來編織社區故事，洪文寶都擁抱這雙重身份，努力在不同媒介中好好說故事。
Kori Song - Illustrator
Kori Song is an illustration artist from Hong Kong based in London. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic relationship between urban landscapes and nature, her work offers thoughtful observations and reflections on life. Kori’s art was shortlisted for the World Illustration Awards 2022 and featured in the Illustrator Exhibition at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2020. Her latest publication, "Found in Sydney", was released in Australia this year.
Kori Song 是一位來自香港、現居倫敦的插畫藝術家。她的作品靈感來自於城市景觀與自然之間的動態關係，展現對生活的細膩觀察與反思。Kori 的作品曾入圍 2022 年世界插畫大獎，及入選2020 年義大利波隆尼亞國際兒童書展插畫展。她的最新作品《Found in Sydney》今年在澳洲發行。