Henk Hofstra, Vivian Cai /
Eggspression – An Immersive Art Experience /
Jun 28 – Oct 7, 2024 /
Galaxy Promenade and GalaxyArt
Galaxy Macau
Monday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm
A significant venture of Galaxy Macau™ Integrated Resort (“Galaxy Macau”) in art and culture, GalaxyArt continues to explore and introduce both local and international arts’ representative works, presenting high-quality exhibitions that tap into the resort’s versatile role of presenting “tourism plus culture”. Organised by Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG), the new exhibition, Eggspression – An Immersive Art Experienceofficially launched on June 28th. GalaxyArt and Galaxy Promenade have been transformed into a whimsical world of eggs, featuring large-scale interactive art installations by renowned Dutch sculptor Henk Hofstra and The Egg House team from New York. These installations explore the hidden marvels of life, the power of art, the magic of love and the wonders of sustainability in a whimsical, thought-provoking journey.
The exhibition is supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office and the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR Government. The opening ceremony was graced by Cheng Wai Tong, acting director of the Macao Government Tourism Office, and Cheang Kai Meng, vice president of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR Government. Also in attendance were Vita Wong-Kwok, curator of the exhibition; Henk Hofstra, the artist behind Eggs Fall from the Sky; Vivian Cai, creative director of The Egg House; Kevin Kelley, GEG’s chief operating officer – Macau; and Hazel Wong, its executive vice president of retail.
In his speech, Kelley remarked that since its inception in July 2021, GalaxyArt has been collaborating with the Macau SAR Government and relevant associations to organise various cultural and artistic events. These efforts are part of GEG’s unwavering commitment to supporting the diverse development of arts and culture, sport and tourism in Macau. He said, “The Eggspression exhibition is another demonstration of our vision and intention. Eggs are a common food across diverse cultures and serve as an emotional bond connecting us with the world. This exhibition magnifies everyday objects, reminding us that art is present in our daily lives.”
Bringing the large-scale egg art installations to Macau for the first time, Hofstra and Cai both expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the organiser, Galaxy Entertainment Group, for inviting them to participate Eggspression exhibition. The former said, of the creative concept behind his works in this exhibition, “All my projects have something to do with how we see things, what is happening, where we come from, what we do and what we do with our planet.” With his use of fried eggs in his work, he hopes to appeal to everyone to concentrate on the challenge of global warming. The Egg House has travelled to many vibrant cities, including New York, Los Angeles and Shanghai. Cai said, “Today, we are thrilled to bring it to Macau, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and dynamic blend of traditions. Macau’s unique energy and its appreciation for creativity make it the perfect setting for our exhibition.”
In the midst of the immersive art exhibition craze, GalaxyArt encourages the curator and artists to present diverse creative forms, inspiring the audience to open their minds. Eggspression – An Immersive Art Experience revolves around eggs that symbolise life, new beginnings, wellness, love, wisdom and infinite energy, sparking contemplation of art, life and the world, as well as the ways they are intimately connected. During the exhibition, eight selected restaurants at Galaxy Macau will offer limited-edition dishes themed around Eggspression, providing a nourishing experience for both body and mind. Additionally, GalaxyArt will host a lucky draw and themed workshops, creating a delightful artistic journey for visitors to Galaxy Promenade.
