Art | MAM announces ‘Solitude’ as photography theme

The Macao Museum of Art (MAM) has announced the theme of this year’s Macao Arts Window: “Solitude – Photography by Hong Vong Hoi.” The inauguration ceremony for the exhibition, which is open to the public, will be held today at 6:30 p.m. on the third floor of MAM.

Born in 1977, Hong Vong Hoi is passionate about photography and literary creation. He has received numerous awards for writing and poetry, including an “Excellence Award” in the fiction category, and was a runner-
up in the modern poetry category in the “Macau Literary Awards”.

According to a statement from MAM, the author hopes to explore and reflect on the deeper meaning of solitude through his artwork.

“Many people fear solitude, but solitude does not necessarily bear a negative [consequence],” the statement reads, as a summation of the exhibition. “Everyone will inevitably face solitude and thus, the ability to enjoy and appreciate its beauty and freedom elevates one’s quality of living and style.”

MAM has been organizing the “Macao Arts Window” since 2012, with the aim of encouraging creativity and developing the city’s contemporary art scene.

This year’s exhibition will run from tomorrow to January 15, 2017. The admission fee is MOP5, but is free on Sundays and public holidays. The exhibition is closed on Mondays.