On the afternoon of 11^th August, the Choi Centre Cloud House was filled with distinguished guests and immersed in an artistic ambience. Hosted by the Choi Koon‑Shum Charitable Foundation, the opening ceremony of Ode to Colors, a joint exhibition featuring three Hong‑Kong‑based artists, was grandly held at the venue. Three distinctive Hong‑Kong artists — Terence Lee, Joe Wong and Dr. Diana Chan — gathered to embark on a cross‑regional artistic journey through the language of colours.

From left to right in photo: Artist Dr. Diana Chan, Artist Terence Lee, Mr. Yiu Kai‑Cheuk, Director of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Beijing Office, Ms.Janice Choi, Chair of the Hong Kong Art School Supervisory Board, Ms. Mak Chan Suk‑Yin, Principal of the Hong Kong Art School, Paper Artist Joe Wong

The opening commenced with welcome remarks delivered by Ms. Janice Choi, representative of the Choi Koon‑Shum Charitable Foundation. She reflected on the Foundation’s decades‑long journey dating back to the 1970s, spanning support for basic education through to the promotion of science, technology, culture and the arts. As the philanthropic arm of Sunwah Group, the Foundation carries out extensive work across mainland China, and has extended its reach to Vietnam, Japan, France, the United Kingdom and Canada. Through partnerships with leading local universities and institutions, it builds bridges for international exchanges in culture, education and technology.

Ms. Janice Choi delivering opening remarks for the exhibition

Photo: Mr. Yiu Kai‑Cheuk, Director of the HKSAR Government Beijing Office, and Ms. Janice Choi at the signing‑in ceremony

“The Cloud House was established precisely to foster such in‑depth exchange and collaboration,” Ms. Janice Choi noted. “We are delighted to present outstanding works by these three Hong‑Kong artists and offered audiences a taste of Hong Kong’s unique artistic sensibility.”

The three featured artists bring markedly different yet equally compelling practices. During the ceremony, Dr. Diana Chan, Terence Lee and Joe Wong each took the floor to share insights into their creative processes.

Artists Terence Lee and Joe Wong at the opening ceremony

Artist Dr. Diana Chan delivering remarks

Following the speeches, Mr. Yiu Kai‑Cheuk together with other officiating guests came on stage for a group photo with the audience, marking this meaningful moment for cultural exchange between Beijing and Hong Kong. His presence underscores the HKSAR Government’s commitment to supporting arts‑and‑culture exchanges across the two cities.

In addition to Mr. Yiu Kai‑Cheuk, officiating guests included Mr. Yu Ka‑Nok, Deputy Director of the HKSAR Government Beijing Office, and Ms. Lin Mei‑Kiu, Director (Cultural Exchange). More than one hundred guests have attended this opening; roughly half travelled specially from Hong Kong. The audience also comprised foreign diplomats and representatives of cultural associations based in Beijing, alongside professionals from local museums, art galleries and cultural circles.

Shots from the opening ceremony

After the official programme, the three artists led guided tours for guests, unveiling each story and concept behind their artworks. Visitors admired the intricate macro worlds captured in photographic pieces, the gentle tactility of ceramic works, and the sophisticated layered structures of paper‑cut art. Many guests enjoyed further viewing and discussion in a relaxed atmosphere.

Janice Choi gave a tour to José Aguilar, Cultural Counsellor of the Embassy of Peru

Janice Choi gave a tour to Péter Király, Deputy Ambassador of Hungary, and Ms. Anna Lujza Honecz, Counsellor for Culture and Education

Artist Dr. Diana Chan conducting an on‑site tour

Artist Terence Lee conducting an on‑site tour

Artist Joe Wong conducting an on‑site tour

You are warmly invited to visit the Choi Centre Cloud House and experience this stunning exhibition in person.

Exhibition Title: Ode to Colors – Group Exhibition by Three Hong‑Kong‑Based Artists

Venue: Choi Centre Cloud House

Opening Hours: Tuesday ‑ Sunday 10:00‑18:00 (last admission until 17:30); closed on Mondays

Booking: Scan the QR‑code or click here

Amid the clouds and colours, let us meet art and a better version of ourselves.

Image courtesy of Choi Centre · Cloud House