The artwork of two Academy of Visual Arts Lecturers, Mr. Justin Wong and Ms. Annie Wan, and a 2008 graduate Mr. Silas Fong, are currently on display at the Saatchi Gallery in London as part of an exhibition entitled Hong Kong Eye, an international showcase of Hong Kong contemporary art.
Mr. Wong is delighted that the work of local artists is being showcased on an international platform. He said: "The Hong Kong Eye exhibition serves as a good channel for local artists to share their work with the world. Due to space limitations at the gallery, the works displayed at the show do not offer a complete picture of the art scene in Hong Kong. However, visitors can see the diversity of local art creation from the selected pieces. Participating in the show enabled us to review the advantages and limitations of art development in Hong Kong." Ms. Wan added that the exhibition facilitated a gathering of Hong Kong artists in London. During the trip, they shared their thoughts and experiences.
The Hong Kong Eye exhibition is the third initiative of its kind, following Indonesian Eye and Korean Eye. The series of exhibitions aim at exhibiting contemporary fine art from various countries of Asia. A major publication Hong Kong Eye: Hong Kong Contemporary Art summarising the artwork created by up to 80 artists in Hong Kong has also been produced. In addition to the current exhibition in London, another exhibition will be held in Hong Kong next year, displaying 33 works by 18 Hong Kong artists.