HKFP Lens: Artworks shortlisted for ‘Colours of Humanity’ prize explore diversity in changing world

Hong Kong Free Press

The “Colours of Humanity” Arts Prize, co-hosted by the Justice Centre Hong Kong and the European Union Office, has revealed its 30-strong shortlist for the award.

Fu Man Yat, “Good Morning, Cleaner.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Fu Man Yat, “Good Morning, Cleaner.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

This year the prize attracted a record 102 entries from both Hong Kong and abroad. The 30 on the shortlist, which was announced on Thursday, will be on public display at the Goethe-Institut Hongkong from next month.

Peggy Chan, “Unhindered serise I & II.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Peggy Chan, “Unhindered serise I & II.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Revolving around the concept of “Our Changing World,” each shortlisted work explores the theme of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Ben Kostrzewa, “Apo Whang-od and the Batok Tattoo Tradition.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Ben Kostrzewa, “Apo Whang-od and the Batok Tattoo Tradition.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Li Yip-fuk, “Under The Same Sky.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Li Yip-fuk, “Under The Same Sky.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

The list represents established and emerging artists, while featuring a range of subject matter including international displacement, climate change, labour migration, feminism, and gender and sexual diversity.

Lucy Skrine, “The man at the camera shop.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Lucy Skrine, “The man at the camera shop.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

The prize recognises and rewards visionary submissions with three top awards. Winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 30.

Xie Ran Jay, “Cry Me The River.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Xie Ran Jay, “Cry Me The River.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Wai Yee Lam, “The Reorganization, Restructuring Inequality.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Wai Yee Lam, “The Reorganization, Restructuring Inequality.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Monique Yim, “Queer Series No.16.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Monique Yim, “Queer Series No.16.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Hailey Wong, “(Trans)ience.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Hailey Wong, “(Trans)ience.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

Amrita Tandon, “Losing Our Humanity.” Photo: 'Colours of Humanity' Art Prize 2023. — Amrita Tandon, “Losing Our Humanity.” Photo: ‘Colours of Humanity’ Art Prize 2023.

All shortlisted and winning artworks will be on show from December 1 to January 14 at the Goethe-Gallery and Black Box Studio, Goethe-Institut Hongkong.

Members of the public can sign up for bilingual guided tours by the curator on a first-come-first-served basis, with details and registration available here.

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