UOB Art Academy and UOB Hong Kong are pleased to announce the return of the “UOB Art in Ink Festival” (Festival), Hong Kong’s premier ink art celebration, running from 13 to 29 December 2024 at the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK). With UOB Hong Kong as the title sponsor and the UOB Art Academy as both organiser and curator, the Festival’s third edition promises an engaging lineup, including a curated art exhibition, hands-on workshops, an insightful panel discussion, and the anticipated debut of the InkFinity Fair. Spanning 17 days, the Festival will transform the Arts Pavilion and High Lawn in the Art Park at WestK into dynamic spaces for artistic exploration and cultural exchange.
This year’s UOB Art in Ink Festival seeks to showcase the transformative potential and versatility of ink art through innovative features like the InkFinity Fair, which fuses entertainment with education. Inclusivity is a key focus, with the introduction of braille and audio guides, ensuring that visitors of different abilities can fully experience the vibrancy and beauty of ink art while celebrating its capacity to inspire and enlighten. WestK is the supporting organisation of the Festival.”
Ms Marietta Li, Director, UOB Art Academy, said, “The UOB Art in Ink Festival serves as a vibrant platform to celebrate and elevate ink art, embracing both its traditional roots and innovative future. We are excited for visitors to enjoy a unique ink art experience across the indoor and outdoor venues at WestK, a cultural landmark in Hong Kong. We look forward to welcoming art and culture enthusiasts from Hong Kong and beyond to this spectacular celebration.”
Ms Adaline Zheng, CEO, UOB Hong Kong,said, “UOB believes in the transformative power of art to foster social connections and enrich lives. We are delighted to host the UOB Art in Ink Festival at WestK, to showcase the lasting appeal of ink art to both local and international visitors. The Festival helps us uphold tradition while fostering creativity and supporting cultural connectivity and social sustainability. We invite everyone in Hong Kong to immerse themselves in ink art this December, promoting this remarkable Chinese culture and reinforcing Hong Kong's status as an international art hub.”