The Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) under the School of Creative Arts (SCA) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) will present its Master of Arts in Visual Arts Graduation Show 2025 (MA Grad Show 2025) from 12 to 27 July at the University’s Kai Tak Campus. The exhibition, themed Symbiosis, will present works by 23 AVA graduating students, showcasing their creativity and endeavours.
The 2025 Master of Visual Arts Graduation Exhibition, hosted by AVA at Hong Kong Baptist University, adopts the theme Symbiosis. This concept originates from the Greek word symbíōsis, signifying various forms of companionship and coexistence. It draws inspiration from the cultural metaphor of “learning from the same master but started one's school” in Ruzhen Li’s Qing Dynasty novel Flowers in the Mirror. The theme explores how artists grow in diverse directions while rooted in a shared academic foundation: each artist builds on predecessors’ wisdom, integrating personal innovation to form a unique perspective. It examines the symbiotic relationship between artistic practices—interconnected yet independent—unveiling the interweaving and renewal of knowledge, style, creativity, and experience.
The Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) under the School of Creative Arts (SCA) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) will present its Master of Arts in Visual Arts Graduation Show 2025 (MA Grad Show 2025) from 12 to 27 July at the University’s Kai Tak Campus. The exhibition, themed Symbiosis, will present works by 23 AVA graduating students, showcasing their creativity and endeavours.
The 2025 Master of Visual Arts Graduation Exhibition, hosted by AVA at Hong Kong Baptist University, adopts the theme Symbiosis. This concept originates from the Greek word symbíōsis, signifying various forms of companionship and coexistence. It draws inspiration from the cultural metaphor of “learning from the same master but started one's school” in Ruzhen Li’s Qing Dynasty novel Flowers in the Mirror. The theme explores how artists grow in diverse directions while rooted in a shared academic foundation: each artist builds on predecessors’ wisdom, integrating personal innovation to form a unique perspective. It examines the symbiotic relationship between artistic practices—interconnected yet independent—unveiling the interweaving and renewal of knowledge, style, creativity, and experience.
As stated in Flowers in the Mirror: “...there’s a date tree with huge dates,’ said Lin…But When they approached it, they saw that it was not a date tree at all. ‘This is a magic tree which bears a kernel of no definite taste,’ explained Old Tuo. ‘People who eat the kernel will enjoy a very long life, if not become immortal.” (Li 1965, p.49). Ruzhen Li reminds us that marvels often lie hidden in the mundane. In our artistic exploration, we too uncover the eternal charm of the ordinary through diverse media and styles. We sincerely invite you to embark on this surprise-filled artistic journey, where art becomes a lively celebration of interaction—guiding us beyond the everyday into a world of visionary dreams.
Guest Talk : Art Making vs Art Working
Entering the art world requires a balance of creativity, passion and strategy. Art making is about expression, but art working is about turning that passion into a profession through networking, innovating and making a living and you need to master all of them.
Date & Time: 12.07.2025, 13:00-14:00
Venue: AVA 114, HKBU Kai Tak Campus, HKBU, 51 Kwun Tong Road, Kowloon
Speakers:
Critic and writer based in Hong Kong. His practice explores the intersection of text, literature, and painting. His recent solo exhibitions include The Stillness Between (Oil Street Art Space, 2025) and The Pictures and Those Thousand Words (POINTSMAN, 2024). He publishes exhibition catalogues and engages in teaching, curating, and cultural broadcasting.
*This event will be conducted in English or Cantonese.
Flower elements DIY Workshop
Participants will learn how to use dry flowers to create artworks with different materials.
To ensure a smooth participation in the exhibition and related activities, members of the public who wish to participate are required to register in the link below. Those who register successfully will receive a confirmation email.