For immediate release

KAZY CHAN: THE TWIST OF A HALO
Exhibition Dates: July 19 - August 18, 2024
Opening Reception: Thursday, July 18, 2024, 5 - 8 pm

flfififlA halo, a symbol of holiness, traditionally depicted as a circular or arched manifestation oflight encircling the head of a revered gure, takes on a fresh representation in Hong Kongartist Kazy Chan’s upcoming solo exhibition, The Twist of a Halo. By challenging the xed
preconceptions that often sti e our creativity and understanding, Kazy distorts andreimagines this ethereal symbol through various mediums in hopes that viewers can re ecton the ever-changing nature of their perceptions and knowledge of the world.

Kazy Chan, Gardening Club, 2024. Acrylic on canvas, 116 by 181 cm © Courtesy of the artist and JPS
Gallery

As depicted by a myriad of artists, halos are products of imagination, and their true form
remains unknown, allowing for endless interpretations ranging from a simple representationof radiance in the form of a circle to evolving into a symbol of the Trinity in the shape of across. All of the halos in Kazy’s works exhibit the artist’s unrestricted ow and adhere tospontaneity. This creative motion holds signi cant importance to him as only until the beamsof light converge and close into a ring can the ultimate form be ascertained. It is precisely
because of its boundless potential that the halo remains malleable, welcoming constant
exploration and deliberate distortions.

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Kazy Chan, Calling, 2024. Acrylic on canvas, 84
by 64 cm © Courtesy of the artist and JPSGallery

Kazy Chan, The Spectrum - Blue, 2024.
Acrylic on wooden board, 75.3 by 57.3 cm© Courtesy of the artist and JPS Gallery

Kazy Chan, The Spectrum - Brown, 2024.
Acrylic on wooden board, 85.3 by 57 cm© Courtesy of the artist and JPS Gallery

This exhibition will showcase a diverse range of
Kazy’s works, including his largest ceramic
sculptures to date, never-seen-before paintings onwood in halo-shaped frames, and his innovative
ceramic-on-canvas pieces. In recent years, Kazy has
been challenging the limitations imposed on artistic
expression by integrating his ceramic sculptures
onto the canvas of his paintings. This exhibition
offers viewers the chance to experience a wide
variety of art forms, each contributing to Kazy’s
passionate pursuit of questioning the boundaries we
impose on ourselves and the unique responses eachmedium evokes.

Some of the standout pieces of this exhibition are his ceramic
works that will take on a more conceptual tone by focusing on themeaning behind the halo rather than its physical representation.
Taking everyday objects where many of us have already establishedimpressions deeply ingrained in our minds, the ceramic sculpture
titled The Chair takes the shape of a well-proportioned chair thatmany would instantly identify as a comfortable place to sit. Only forviewers to nd a halo commonly seen hovering weightlessly overgures now lies draped over the chair like a disregarded object thathas fallen from grace, carrying an overwhelming sense of heaviness
uncommonly associated with the iconography. Kazy’s portrayal of
the halo and objects we are already familiar with will only become
increasingly elusive throughout the exhibition.

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Kazy Chan, Flower 1 (Left) and Flower 2 (Right), 2024. Mixed media, H31 by
W19 by D19 cm each © Courtesy of the artist and JPS Gallery

Kazy’s portrayal of the halo and objects we are familiar with will
only become increasingly elusive throughout the exhibition. In
the largest displayed painting, titled The Halo, the imagined ring isdepicted on a signi cantly larger scale than our conventional
perception of halos. Resembling an expanding planet in an evergrowing universe, the intricate portrayal of stars within the vast
universe symbolises the organic formation of new andexpanding rings as more individuals become part of it.

fiKazy Chan, Home Pier, 2024. Mixedmedia, 71.5 by 110 by 2 cm
© Courtesy of the artist and JPSGallery

Kazy Chan, Bubble 2, 2024. Acrylic on canvas, 100 by 160 cm ©
Courtesy of the artist and JPS Gallery

With curiously shaped doorways leading viewers fromone room to another, the exhibition space will beilluminated by specially designed halo-inspired lighting
effects.Visitors are encouraged to explore the endlessly
distorted world through the endlessly distorted halo,
where everything that has been established is open toquestioning and reshaping. Reminiscent of a melodic
musical composition where each piece contributes to aharmonious whole, The Twist of a Halo by Kazy Chan aims
to bring us closer to our most authentic inner selves atevery turn.

Kazy Chan, Moon River 1, 2024. Acrylic on canvas, 72 by 120 cm © Courtesy of the artist and JPS Gallery

About Kazy Chan (Hong Kong | B.1993)
Kazy Chan is an emerging Hong Kong artist who has carved out a niche within the contemporary
art landscape. Recognised for his innovative paintings and evocative ceramics, Kazy's artistic
journey is characterised by a relentless pursuit of reinvention and experimentation with diverse
forms of creative expression. This approach has led him to present a captivating series of works
that seamlessly fuse various mediums, one of which involves incorporating his ceramic sculptures
into the very fabric of his canvas creations.
Kazy's dry brush painting technique on a heavily textured surface breathes life into his whimsicalworks, where unique gures come to exist within brightly coloured imaginary settings. Asspectators are immersed in Kazy's fantastical realm, they nd themselves in a space that serves asa sanctuary for introspection, allowing for quiet contemplation of the captivating narratives woven
into his art. Through his painterly methods, Kazy aims to evoke vibrancy and tranquillity, mirroring
the diverse hues and textures inherent in the natural world. The gradual unveiling of each layer ofcolour initiates a dynamic interplay of revelation and concealment, fostering the exploration ofuniversal concepts and emotions.
About JPS Gallery
Established in Hong Kong in 2014 and later in Tokyo, Paris and Barcelona, JPS Gallery is anindependent contemporary art gallery presenting works of emerging and established artists fromaround the world.
The gallery is founded with a passionate spirit that dedicates to the new digital age and theexploration of the world of ne art and pop culture. We aim to create an innovative environment
for a new generation of artists and collectors, fostering a creative space for all. We focus on fun
and playful works of the era that spans across different mediums and disciplines, showcasing a
discerning selection of works that embody the aesthetics of today.
We are committed to supporting the culture and art scene in Asia and Europe, creating a vibrantlocal art community. The gallery regularly presents works of emerging artists in our gallery spaces
as well as international art fairs, giving them a platform to gain global exposure, supporting young
artists to launch their careers. JPS Gallery has also been an active contributor to society and thelocal art scene by sponsoring various charity events and auctions.
Location
JPS Gallery Hong Kong
Shops 218-219, 2/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong KongMedia Enquiry
For media enquiries and press previews, please contact
Angel Lee | angel@jpsgallery.com
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KAZY CHAN: 「迴曲」
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光環， 個象徵神聖的符號，通常被描繪成環繞神聖 物頭部的圓形或拱形光芒。在香港藝術家Kazy Chan即將舉辦的個 展覽迴曲(The Twist of a Halo) 中，光環的形象得
到全新的詮釋，Kazy通過刻意扭曲重構這 飄渺的符號，挑戰那些經常抑制我們創造
和理解的固有觀念，利 各種媒介的創作希望觀眾能夠反思他們對世界的認知和理解。

日力即時發布Kazy Chan，《Gardening Club》，2024。壓克
廊提供。

於畫布，116 x 181 厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫

光環是想像的產物，其真實形式尚未確定，如同許多藝術家所描繪的那樣，從簡單的光圈表現形式到演變成三位 體的象徵—— 字形，它允許我們無窮無盡的探索。光
的形式各異，唯有當光束匯聚成環形時，它最終的形式才被確定。Kazy作品中所出現
的光環展現了藝術家發散性的 由創作，光環的可塑性給他的創作提供了無限可能，
這種 發性的創作對他具有重要意義，啟發他進 不斷的探索。

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一自Kazy Chan，《Calling》，2024。壓克 於畫布，84 x 64 厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊
提供。

Kazy Chan，《The Spectrum - Blue》，2024。壓克 於 板，75.3 x 57.3 厘米© 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊提供。

Kazy Chan，《The Spectrum Brown》，2024。壓克 於 板，
85.3 x 57 厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊提供。

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是次展覽將展 Kazy使 不同媒介創作的作品，其中包括迄今為 最 型的陶瓷雕塑，以及創新性結合陶瓷和繪畫的作品。並 次使 形狀扭曲
的 製畫框，呈現 系列裝裱在光環形畫框內的畫作。近年來，Kazy 直嘗試突破藝術表達的限制，為此他將陶瓷雕塑融入畫布，打破傳統畫作
的平 表達，創作出融合 維三維的作品。這次展覽讓觀眾能夠近距離接觸Kazy多種藝術形式的創作，每件作品都體現了他對突破 我的設限，以及對探索不同媒介創作的不懈追求。

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Kazy的陶瓷作品也是本次展覽的焦點作品，這些陶瓷作品更具
概念性，專注於光環的意義 非其物理表現形式。以 些在我們中已有根深蒂固印象的 常物品為基礎，就如陶瓷雕塑
作品《The Chair》以符合 體 學的椅 形狀呈現， 部分
會認為這是 個舒適的座位，然 ，當觀眾走近，會發現 個
通常懸浮在神聖 物頭上的光環，像被忽視的物品 樣垂落在椅 上，承載著與這個標誌性圖像不常 的沉重感。

子高Kazy Chan，《 Flower 1》 (左) 和《Flower 2》 (右)，2024。 混合媒體，各31 x 寬19 x 深19 厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊提供。

透過Kazy的描述，我們 向熟悉的光環和物品均變得越來越難以捉摸。就如展覧中最 型的 幅畫作《The Halo》，畫中所
描繪的光環比我們傳統認知的光環 ，如同 顆在浩瀚宇宙中不斷膨脹的 星，繁星點點象徵著越來越多的個體加入，或許會組成新的、不斷擴展的星環，成為宇宙的 部分。

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Kazy Chan，《Home Pier》，2024。混合媒體，71.5 x 110 x 2厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊
提供。Kazy Chan，《Bubble 2》，2024。壓克
© 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊提供。

於畫布， 100 x 160 厘米展覽的燈光投射以光環為設計靈感，還有奇形怪狀的
洞引導觀眾穿梭在展廳的各個空間。透過迴異扭曲的光環，觀眾被 勵積極探索這個不斷扭曲的世界，在這裡， 切既定的東 都可以被質疑和重塑。如同 段旋
律優美的 樂作品中，每個樂章都為和諧的整體作出貢獻，Kazy Chan的迴曲(The Twist of a Halo)旨在帶領觀眾
在每個轉折點都能進入最真實的內在 我。

於畫布，72 x 120 厘米 © 圖片由藝術家和JPS畫廊提供。

門一自力力西鼓音一Kazy Chan，《Moon River 1》，2024。壓克

關於Kazy Chan (1993年 於香港)
Kazy Chan是 位新興的香港藝術家，在當代藝術領域嶄露頭 。憑藉創新的繪畫風格和富有感染 的陶瓷作品 聞名。其創作不斷追求 新和實現多樣化的藝術表達，嘗試在作品中融合多種媒介，其中最突出的是將陶瓷雕塑融入他的畫布創作中。
Kazy在質感厚重的畫布表 採 乾刷技法，賦予作品 命，使獨特的 物形象在 彩鮮豔的
想像空間中躍然紙上。當觀眾進入Kazy的奇幻世界時，會發現
置 於 個靜謐反思的庇護所，能夠靜靜地思考作品中描繪的迷 故事。Kazy旨在通過他的繪畫技巧，喚起 機和寧
靜，反映出 然界固有的多樣 彩和紋理。讓每 層 彩逐漸揭開，開啟 場揭 與隱藏
的動態互動，激發觀眾對普世概念和情感的探索。
關於JPS畫廊
JPS畫廊始創於 零 四年，先後在香港、東京、巴黎和巴塞隆拿成立畫廊空間，是打當代藝術的畫廊，代理來 世界各地的新晉及知名藝術家。

所主

畫廊旗下的藝術家 玩流化,從現代 活 化符號取材，以不同媒介創作出獨特的當代
藝術品，趣緻玩味，呈現當代美學。本畫廊不但為新 代藝術家提供 由的創作空間，亦
為收藏家提供別樹 幟的藝術品，更為香港藝術品市場帶來緊貼時代潮流的作品。更為香
港藝 術品市場帶來緊貼時代潮流的作品。
我們 志於推動香港及 本的 化與藝術界發展，為本地建立充滿活 的藝術社區。我們會定期為藝術家於香港和東京兩地的畫廊設置展覽，亦會安排他們的作品於國際藝術節展
出，讓新晉藝術家得以於國際舞台嶄露頭⻆，同時維持知名藝術家在全球藝術市場的熱度。除了貢獻本地藝術界,畫廊亦熱 公益,積極參與和贊助各項慈善和義賣活動以回饋社
會。
地點JPS 畫廊 香港
香港中環皇后道中15號置地廣塲中庭2樓218-219號舖

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