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RE-IMAGINE HONG KONG'S NATURE

A Sensory Exploration by 2041 Hong Kong

Re-Imagine Hong Kong’s Nature - A Sensory Exploration is an exhibition that invites you to see Hong Kong in a new light, revealing the hidden beauty that flourishes amidst its urban environment. This is a journey that engages all your senses—sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—offering a truly immersive experience.

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ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

At 2041 Hong Kong, we are crafting an extraordinary event that brings the essence of Antarctica into our city's vibrant community. This exhibition is more than just a display; it's a collaborative masterpiece where our honourable partners come together to tell compelling stories. Guests may also join organised activities such as workshops to explore different artistic media and be a part of creative movement. Together, we will unveil a rich tapestry of creative expressions, inviting you to explore, discover, and embark on an adventure full of delightful surprises. This exhibition focuses on achieving three fundamental goals - Ignite Passion for Sustainability: We aim to foster a profound appreciation for sustainability and climate action, inspiring our community to take meaningful steps towards a greener future. - Showcase Artistic Talent: By featuring the works of local young artists, we provide a platform for innovative creativity, encouraging participants to reconnect with nature through powerful and evocative art. - Foster Community Engagement: We strive to promote active participation and meaningful dialogue within 2041 Hong Kong and the broader public, nurturing a collaborative environment that envisions a sustainable tomorrow. Join us in this transformative experience, where the urban and natural worlds blend seamlessly, and every interaction sparks inspiration and change.

THEME

In the fast-paced, ever-transforming landscape of Hong Kong, the vibrant city life often overshadows the natural world. As concrete structures rise and green spaces shrink, it’s easy to feel disconnected and lonely.

 

This exhibition invites you to pause and reflect on your relationship with nature within the urban jungle of Hong Kong, and help you reconnect with the city and yourself.

 

We are seeking artworks that explore the dynamic interplay between our senses and the environment around us. Submissions can address one of the five senses and should evoke reflection on how we experience our surroundings, both natural and urban.

For inspiration, you may refer to the following guiding questions:

  • Sight

    • How do the sights of Hong Kong, from sprawling skyscrapers to hidden green spaces, affect your relationship with the city’s environment?

  • Sound

    • What are the distinct sounds of nature and the city? Can you capture the music of the waves, birds, or the constant hum of urban life?

  • Smell

    • Are there specific smells that are tied to the identity of Hong Kong’s natural or built environment?

  • Touch

    • What textures define the environment in Hong Kong? How does the roughness of coral/tree bark, the smoothness of water, or the hardness of concrete make us feel connected to the city?

  • Taste

    • How can local flavours tell a story about the environment? Think about food as an expression of land, sea, and culture in Hong Kong.

*Artwork under the Sound category is not preferred and will be given low priority.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We accept works in a wide variety of media, including but not limited to:

  • Visual art (painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media)

  • Interactive installations

  • Multimedia (video, digital art, AR/VR)

  • Textile and tactile works

  • Culinary art (food design, edible installations)

We also accept existing artworks that fit the theme.

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN?

  • Showcase Your Work to a Broader Audience

    • Engage the public with your unique perspective on environmental issues

    • An opportunity to showcase your existing work

  • Experiment and Create in a Supportive Environment

    • This exhibition allows you to explore new creative approaches in a supportive, curated space

  • Foster Dialogue on Environmental Issues

    • Your work will serve as a platform for meaningful dialogue, encouraging audiences to reflect on their own relationship with Hong Kong’s environment.

  • Networking and Collaboration Opportunities

    • Engage with other like-minded artists, environmentalists, guests, and 2041 Hong Kong members. This exhibition is a great way to build connections within the creative and environmental communities, which can lead to future collaborative projects or exhibitions.

  • Create and Sell Related Merchandise*

    • You will have the opportunity to develop and sell merchandise related to your project, allowing you to further engage your audience and generate additional income.

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*Terms and Conditions apply

No funding support is available for project costs at this time.

Selected works will be promoted across 2041 Hong Kong’s channels for additional exposure.

ELIGIBILITY

We welcome submissions from anyone with a creative spirit and an interest in expressing their experiences of Hong Kong’s environment through art. You don’t need to have a professional background in the arts to apply—if you have a unique perspective on Hong Kong’s environment and a creative idea, we encourage you to submit your work!

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Please submit the following materials to the Google Form:

1. Proposal (Within 4 A4 pages)

  • Title of work

  • Artist's statement

  • Description of Artwork, how it ties to the theme, and any sensory elements / senses involved

  • Images or sketches of the Artwork (if applicable)

  • Technical requirements (Details on the installation needs - space, sound, lighting, etc.)

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2. Method Statement (refer to the template)

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3. Artist biography (Within 2 A4 pages)

  • A short Artist Biography and/or CV

  • Links to portfolio or past work (if any)

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Alignment with the theme

  • Creativity and originality

  • Feasibility of installation or presentation within the exhibition space

  • Impact on the audience: We are looking for works that invite the audience to contemplate the relationship between nature and humanity in a meaningful way

TIMELINE & IMPORTANT DATES

  • Open Call Deadline: 9 February 2025

  • Selected Artists Notified: Late February 2025

  • Exhibition Installation Period: June 2025

  • Exhibition Opening: June 2025

Terms & Conditions

Intellectual Property

Artist represents and warrants that

  • the Artwork is compliant with these Terms and Conditions and not illegal;

  • the Artwork is their own original work; they are the sole and absolute owner of all intellectual property rights of the Artwork or otherwise have the full right, authority and capacity to Licence the Artwork for the purposes of the exhibition and display on the website; and

  • reproduction or use of the Artwork shall not infringe any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright or other intellectual property (including moral rights), contractual or fiduciary relationships (such as inside information, proprietary and confidential information learned or disclosed as part of employment relationships or under nondisclosure agreements) or other third party rights.

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Term

In order to avoid “double selling” any artwork, the artist agrees that he/she will not make any submitted artwork available for sale to any third party or list the Artwork for sale on a third-party website from the date of artwork Submission until June 29, 2025, for non-accepted submissions, and until July 13, 2025, for accepted submissions.

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Review of Submissions

2041 Hong Kong shall be the sole and final judge of all submissions and may accept or not accept submissions at its sole discretion. Accepted submissions will be confirmed in writing by Friday, February 7, 2025.

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Copyright

The Artist retains all copyright to the Artwork and Artist/Artwork information, and agrees to grant 2041 Hong Kong a non-exclusive, perpetual, non-transferable, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, exhibit and publish the Artist/Artwork information on the website and to promote the 2024 Open Call on social media platforms. 2041 Hong Kong must seek and receive approval from the Artist to alter, crop and/or add text to the Artist/Artwork information before using it in our media or marketing materials.​

 

Sales, Shipping, Insurance and Compensation

Terms and Conditions related to this section will be determined in the independent contractor agreement.

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Client Privacy

The Artist acknowledges that any non-public client data obtained in connection with Artwork sales and delivery shall be confidential, and the Artist agrees not to disclose client data to any third party. Artist may only use the Client Data to perform Artist's obligations under these Terms and Conditions or for purposes of legal compliance.

 

Independent Contractor

The Artist's relationship with 2041 Hong Kong is that of an independent contractor and nothing in these Terms and Conditions are intended to, or shall be construed to, create a joint venture, partnership, agency, employment, or similar relationship between the parties.​

 

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the People's Republic of China (including the Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region). Any dispute arising under these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

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