【The Path to Becoming an Artist】E-news December 2023

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‘ArtWorks - The Path to Becoming an Artist’: Now Open for Application

Shape your unique path as a professional artist in ‘ArtWorks - The Path to Becoming an Artist,’ which offers 18 months of mentorship and continuous learning!
 
The programme, continuing the legacy of ‘ArtWorks,’ aims to empower talented artists with disabilities to achieve professional and diversified development, solidify their style, and adapt to the evolving needs of society. Participants will be paired with a mentor to jointly develop a personalised learning plan after indicating their area of interest and subject. Throughout the programme, participants will have the valuable opportunity to learn from different facilitators and indulge in creative urges across different themes. To boot, participants will receive diverse learning experiences such as regular opportunities to appreciate and evaluate exhibitions and performances, lectures, master sharing on artist cultivation, and essential artist support.
 
We welcome qualified applicants to seize this opportunity and embark on a journey to become a professional artist.
 
Click here for details and online registration

【JCIAS】Latest Art Workshops ▎Now Open for Enrolment

Timeless artistry is passed down from generation to generation, shaping history, culture and tradition. To experience various arts and crafts as well as keep the artisanry alive, please enrol in our workshops available from December 2023 to March 2024:
 
1. Ceramic Workshop
21 December 2023 to 29 February 2024 (Thursday)
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2. Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
5 January to 15 March 2024 (Friday)
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3. Hong Kong Traditional Art Series: Paper Flower-Lantern Workshop
21 February to 13 March 2024 (Wednesday)
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4. Hong Kong Traditional Art Series: Handwritten Hong Kong Mini-bus Sign Workshop
24 February 2024 (Saturday)
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ADAHK Empowers M+ Museum with Sign Language Interpretation

ADAHK has partnered with M+ to create a series of interview videos featuring artists and creators, accompanied by Hong Kong Sign Language Interpretation. The incorporation of Sign Language Interpretation allows people with different abilities to fully engage with the artistic discussions and insights shared by the featured artists. These videos are now available on M+ 's YouTube channel and online M+ Magazine and are displayed in the Main Hall Lobby of M+, providing an inclusive experience for all visitors.

• Traditional Chinese
• English

Photo credit: M+, Hong Kong

【iStage X ADAHK】Family Series 5: ‘Soul Switch’ Is Coming Soon!

iStage and ADAHK collaborate for the first time with our artists with disabilities, Lee Shing and Shum Hang-fu, joining the cast and teaming up with the child actors to present a heart-warming production called ‘Soul Switch’ in December 2023. What kind of sparks will arise between the two artists with disabilities and a group of young actors? How did they set sail for a joyful, surprising and thought-provoking VR journey? Come and join us for a treat this festive season with our captivating production. Tickets are now available at URBTIX.
 
Date & Time:
23, 24, 26 December 2023 at 3 pm
29, 30 December 2023 at 8 pm
31 December 2023 at 3 pm (with Theatrical Interpretation)
 
Venue: Theatre, Sheung Wan Civic Centre
Ticket Price: $280^
^ Half-price tickets available for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, full-time students and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients
 
Programme Details

【Cross All Borders: Hong Kong Competition of Showcasing New Visual Artists with Disabilities 2024】　Application Period Ended!

Thank you for your enthusiastic participation in ‘Cross All Borders: Hong Kong Competition of Showcasing New Visual Artists with Disabilities 2024’! The application period for the competition officially closed on 20 November 2023. We are thrilled to announce that we have received over 300 artworks of various forms and styles submitted by over 200 talented artists with disabilities. The artworks will soon enter the screening stage. Please stay tuned to the ADAHK website for the latest updates.
 
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AIRSIDE Docent Training Workshop

The workshop was held in November for 17 elderly docents-to-be in AIRSIDE, Nan Fung Group’s new landmark in Kai Tak. The workshop introduced the role of a docent and the basic techniques of guided tours for exhibitions organised by AIRSIDE. One of the workshop’s uniqueness is its introduction of the concept of inclusion to cater to the needs of visitors with different abilities. The workshop empowers older adults as docents and advocates the concept of 'Wholeness.'

【Arts Accessibility Scheme】Programmes with Arts Accessibility Services in December

We will provide Arts Accessibility services for the art programmes below. You are most welcome to enjoy and participate.

• ‘The Heart’s Journey - from the Apennines to the Andes’ by Hong Kong Theatre Works (Relaxed Performance)
• ‘Theatre Interpretation in Style – BUSking Tour’ by Artscompana: Community Cultural Ambassador Scheme 2023’ (Audio Description in Cantonese, Hong Kong Sign Interpretation)
• Shun Hing Group 70th Anniversary Proudly Sponsors ‘The Impossible Trial – a musical’ by WestK x HKRep (Audio Description in Cantonese, Touch Tour)
• ‘Soul Switch’ by iStage and ADAHK (Theatrical Interpretation)

Early Closure on the Winter Solstice

Please note that our head office, ADAM, Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio, Jockey Club Arts Accessibility Service Centre and ADA Arts Hub will close at 5 pm on 22 December 2023 in celebration of the winter solstice. Should you have any enquiries, kindly drop us an e-mail at ada@adahk.org.hk.
 
Happy winter solstice!