Visitors admire an artwork at the "rhizomatiks_multiplex_2023" exhibition. Photos from the organizer
Michael Whittle's "Perpetual Motion" and "Butterfly on the Sun" at the "Unbounded" exhibition at HQB Museum.
"Cosmic Elements" Photo from the organizer
"Virtual Lab"
Four digital art exhibitions, blending new technologies and creativity, are being held at four venues in Shenzhen. Showcasing a diverse range of interdisciplinary artworks, these exhibitions offer a unique exploration of the intersection between digital media, art and the natural cosmos. Art enthusiasts and tech aficionados alike will be mesmerized in the innovative technologies and thought-provoking concepts.
'Unbounded'
"Unbounded: New Media Technology and Art Exhibition" showcases several interdisciplinary artworks created by Shen Shaomin, Fei Jun, Michael Whittle, Judith Dawer, Paul Shepherd and Picture Rhythm Studios. The theme "Unbounded" signifies a crossing of boundaries, exploring the relationship between the natural cosmos and the digital realm.
Visitors can also check out other permanent exhibits at the museum that record the unique culture of Huaqiangbei, known worldwide as the No. 1 electronics market in China.
Dates: Through March 31
Tickets: Free
Reservations: WeChat miniprogram “華強北博物館預約”
Venue: HQB Museum, 5/F, Modern Window Commercial Plaza, Futian District (福田區(qū)現代之窗商業(yè)廣場五樓華強北博物館)
Metro: Line 2 or 7 to Huaqiang North Station (華強北站), Exit E2
'rhizomatiks_multiplex_2023'
The "rhizomatiks_multiplex_2023" exhibition introduces Japanese group Rhizomatiks' projects integrating computing, coding and engineering technologies. Since its founding in 2006, Rhizomatiks has been creating various media art projects requiring research and development approaches and involving disciplines such as architecture, design, advertising and entertainment. They aim to synchronize technology with current society, and many works reveal new aspects and offer new insights.
Dates: Through April 7
Tickets: 49-98 yuan
Venue: Sea World Culture and Arts Center, Nanshan District (海上世界文化藝術中心)
Metro: Line 2 or 12 to Sea World Station (海上世界站), Exit A
'Virtual Lab'
Thirty-six Chinese and international artists are showcasing 24 sets of digital creative works at the "Virtual Lab" exhibition, which is part of the SeeD Pilot Project dedicated to discovering and cultivating outstanding digital creative artists globally. Through their unique digital creative concepts, the exhibition presents reflections on the multidimensional impact of digital technology on the world.
The Longcheng Creativity Commune (Longcheng CC), where the exhibition is held, used to be an old car repair plant and now consists of the Creativity and Innovation Center (CIC), the Manxin Hotel, youth apartments, offices, shops and restaurants. The CIC includes exhibition halls for digital creative works, a dome theater and studios, and also offers services for conferences, forums, performances and lectures.
Dates: Through Jan. 21 (Some exhibits are on display through mid-February)
Tickets: Free
Venue: Creativity and Innovation Center, Longcheng Creativity Commune, Longgang District (龍城CC創(chuàng)意街區(qū)CIC創(chuàng)新創(chuàng)意中心)
Metro: Line 16 to Huanggekeng Station (黃閣坑站), Exit C
'Cosmic Elements'
The "Cosmic Elements" exhibition, a fusion of science and art, has carefully curated astronomical photography, astronomy-themed art installations, and various art forms from around the globe, showcasing the works of renowned artists who have participated in the Ars Electronica Festival, and those affiliated with the House of Electronic Arts in Basel and the Academy of Arts in Berlin.
The exhibition aims to captivate every visitor with the grandeur of the cosmos, inviting them to delve into the ultimate romance of the universe while pondering the profound connection between humanity and the cosmos. It is designed to examine astronomical art from three key perspectives, which are complex observation, the nocturnal journey of the human body, and the public awareness of astronomy. These serve as essential frameworks for viewers to comprehend each artwork.
Dates: Through March 31
Tickets: 128 yuan
Venue: China Resources Tower Arts Center Gallery, B1/F, The MixC Shenzhen Bay, Nanshan District (華潤深圳灣萬象城B1層中國華潤大廈藝術中心美術館)
Metro: Line 2 or 11 to Houhai Station (后海站), Exit G