Event: Third edition of Art Central showcases emerging talent and cutting-edge works


HKFP presents a preview of works set to be showcased at the third edition of Art Central, which kicks off at Central Harbourfront next Tuesday.

Hasanul Isyraf Idris

Hasanul Isyraf Idris, Parallax Bath, 2016. Courtesy Richard Koh Fine Art and Hasanul Isyraf Idris.

The show is a rare opportunity for Hongkongers to explore and discover cutting-edge works and emerging talent from the art world.

Kyungwoo Han, Green House

Kyungwoo Han, Green House.

The five-day programme includes a diverse gallery line-up, interactive installations, films, performances and panel discussions.

Lim Chang Mi

Lim Chang Min, Ambiguous Scene. Via Gallery Lee&Bae.

Three-quarters of the 100-odd galleries are from the Asia-Pacific region.

Martin Roemers, Karachi, 2011.

Martin Roemers, Karachi, 2011.

Last year, over 32,000 people visited the show, which is considered more accessible and innovative than its larger cousin, Art Basel.

Brigitta Rossetti Bluerider, Seven Days of Thanks Living.

Brigitta Rossetti Bluerider, Seven Days of Thanks Living.

Tamen Snow. Via Art+Shanghai.

Tamen Snow. Via Art+Shanghai.

Tomas van Houtryve, Heat Signature, 2014.

Tomas van Houtryve, Heat Signature, 2014.

Shao Wenhuan, Stardust Light in the Night Sky, 2013. Via Rasti Chinese Art.

Shao Wenhuan, Stardust Light in the Night Sky, 2013. Via Rasti Chinese Art.

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Photo: Art Central.

Opening Hours:

VIP Preview (by invitation only)

  • Monday, 20 March 2017, 3pm – 5pm

First night:

  • Monday, 20 March 2017, 5pm – 9pm

General Opening Hours:

  • Tuesday, 21 March 2017, 12pm – 5pm
  • Wednesday, 22 March 2017, 12pm – 5pm
  • Thursday, 23 March 2017, 12pm – 9pm
  • Friday, 24 March 2017, 12pm – 7pm
  • Saturday, 25 March 2017, 11am – 7pm

Advance ticketing offer:

  • Two General Entry Weekday Tickets $330 HKD

General ticketing:

  • First Night Ticket $500 HKD
  • General Entry Weekday Ticket $230 HKD
  • Concession Weekday Ticket $110 HKD
  • General Entry Saturday Ticket $260 HKD
  • Concession Saturday Ticket $150 HKD