On the afternoon of October 19, the “Ink and Colour Imagery 2026 & Masters and Friends Calligraphy, Painting and Photography Exhibition” was grandly opened at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. The exhibition is hosted by the Hong Kong Ink and Colour Imagery Culture and Education Foundation, and co-organized by the Shenzhen Xu Beihong Culture and Art Centre and the Asian Youth Artists and Designers Association. The exhibition brings together masterpieces by 17 renowned calligraphy, painting, and photography masters. Running from October 19 to 21, the exhibition is open to the public free of charge.
Distinguished Guests
Mr. Zhang Wenchang: Deputy to the Shenzhen Futian District People’s Congress, Executive Vice President of Shenzhen Kaiming Academy of Painting, and Director of Shenzhen Xu Beihong Culture and Art Centre.
Mr. Wong Kam: Veteran Painter of Hong Kong.
Professor Ko Ka Yu: Honorary President of the Hong Kong Teachers’ Association.
Mr. Chan Hok Fung, MH, JP: Incumbent Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong; Vice Chairman of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB).
Mr. Pui Kwan Kay, SBS, BBS, MH: President of the Hong Kong Football Association; President of the Hong Kong Chinese Importers’ & Exporters’ Association.
Dato’ Yip Cham Kai: President of the Hong Kong Rehabilitation Power.
Mr. Chan Wai Man: Principal of the Hong Kong Academy of Fine Arts.
Mr. Chan Kwok Wah: Deputy General Manager of Cite Publishing Group.
Mr. Ng Lin Shing: Life Honorary President of the Photographic Society of Hong Kong.
Mr. Wan Kin Man: Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Xinhua Book City Publishing Co., Ltd.; Chairman of the Ink and Colour Imagery Culture and Education Foundation.
This invitational exhibition features works by 17 participating artists, namely: Chung Wing Man, Wu Tak Tin, Dr. Ng Heung Sang, Chan Yiu Tong, Chan Sai Shing, Chan Yi Nga, Cheng Kwok Lin, Wan Kin Man, Yip Kwai Wing, Ho Hon Yuet, Lee Yeuk Ping, Wong Suk Yee, Lam Chun Wing, Hu Yongxiong, Feng Suping, Chen Shisong and “Ink Travels HK” Students.
The grand opening ceremony was held at 3:00 PM. The event commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Wan Kin Man, CEO of Hong Kong Xinhua Book City Publishing Co., Ltd. and Chairman of the Ink and Colour Imagery Culture and Education Foundation. This was followed by speeches delivered by Mr. Zhang Wenchang, Deputy to the Shenzhen Futian District People’s Congress and Director of Shenzhen Xu Beihong Culture and Art Centre; Mr. Chan Hok Fung, MH, JP, Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong and Vice Chairman of the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB); and Principal Chan Wai Man, Principal of the Hong Kong Academy of Fine Arts.
Mr. Zhang Wenchang; Mr. Pui Kwan Kay, SBS, BBS, MH; Vice Chairman Chan Hok Fung; and Principal Chan Wai Man presented exhibition certificates to the participating masters on behalf of the organizing committee.
In addition, Mr. Kenneth Fok (Fok Kai-kong) was unable to attend the ceremony to offer his congratulations due to official duties, but specially sent a congratulatory flower basket. The organizing committee would like to express its sincere gratitude for his kind gesture.
Exhibition Information
Exhibition Title: Ink and Colour Imagery 2026 & Masters and Friends Calligraphy, Painting and Photography Exhibition
Host: Imagery Arts Culture and Education Foundation Ltd.
Co-organizers: Shenzhen Xu Beihong Culture and Art Centre; Asian Youth Artists and Designers Association
Exhibition Dates: October 19 – 21, 2026
Venue: Exhibition Gallery, G/F, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Following the successful conclusion of the grand opening ceremony, Chairman Wan Kin Man accompanied the guests of honour on a tour of the exhibited works. Art enthusiasts are warmly welcome to visit the venue and appreciate the masterpieces by the 17 distinguished artists. Once again, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all guests and friends for their presence and support!
Chan Yi Nga
Chan Yiu Tong
Chen Shisong
Chung Wing Man
Elaine Kwong
Feng Suping
Ho Chin Yuet
Hu Yongxiong
Ivan Chan
Ken Wan
Lam Chun Wing
Lee Yeuk Ping
Dr. Ng Heung Sang
Wong Shuk Yee
Wu Tak Tin
Yip Kwai Wing
“Ink Travel HK”
Student
Xu Beihong’s life was deeply intertwined with the fate and rise of his nation. He embodied great patriotism, selfless dedication, relentless artistic innovation, and a keen eye for nurturing talent. His legacy reflects an unwavering spirit of independence, moral integrity, and enduring inspiration. (Engraved in the central hall of the Beijing Xu Beihong Memorial Hall)
Xu Beihong was a leading Chinese artist and art educator, known as the “Father of Modern Chinese Painting.” He was the first president of the Central Academy of Fine Arts and chairman of the China Artists Association. His works, including Tian Heng and His Five Hundred Followers 《田横五百士》, Waiting for the Deliverer 《徯我后》, and The Foolish Old Man Removes the Mountains 《愚公移山》, laid the foundation for modern Chinese oil painting with their unique blend of Chinese style and Western technique.
He believed art should reflect real life and combined Chinese traditions with Western methods to create a new, influential style. Xu Beihong not only produced many masterpieces but also trained a generation of outstanding artists, shaping China’s modern art education system. His efforts promoted Chinese art worldwide, leaving a lasting legacy.
