About the Exhibition …..

The ZaaZaaaa & Friends collective show is the debut exhibition of To Kwa Wan-based creative studio ‘ZaaZaaaa Collective’. The show poses as a ‘creative update’ to the public, in the form of a 9-day alternative gathering. 

It features a multitude of works exhibiting the members’ observations, reflections, and re-iterations of experiences shared at the studio throughout the past year. It aims to stand as an open-ended ‘work in progress’ that emphasizes the collective’s formless and incomplete nature.

The members will present pieces that reflect the studio’s philosophy of celebrating curiosity, while cherishing the seemingly ‘trivial’ aspects of their day-to-day lives. Their separate-yet-connected methodologies demonstrate the variety of creative forces housed within the studio. 

The show intends to visualize the messy reality of collaboration as a means of suggestion rather than a subversion of standard gallery practices. 

About the Collective ……

ZaaZaaaa is a collective of 9 artists based in Hong Kong, separated by their independent practices, yet connected by their shared enthusiasm for community, creativity, and fresh perspectives. What started as a passionate group of friends, manifested into a thriving space, housing a unique variety of facilities, such as a wood workshop, b&w and color darkroom, and photo studio.

At its core, ZaaZaaaa is interested in encouraging and harnessing the spirit of intuitive creation, and trusting the guidance of one's own ethos.

About the Artists…

Chi Hang Wong is a videographer, director, editor and colorist.

After graduating from Baptist University Hong Kong studying Directing and Script writing, he has established himself as a cutting-edge video creator at the forefront of the alternative moving image scene. Driven by his unique subjects, Chi Hang’s electrifying catalog of video work has led him to collaborate with the likes of Hong Kong rap-darling Fotan Laiki and her production company ‘Lucky Girl’. His work spans documentary, music videos, fashion films and new-media. 

At present, his ambition to create narrative films stems from his interest in the works of Paul Thomas Anderson, the Safdie brothers, Werner Herzog and Robert Eggers. He aspires to develop an extensive filmography of feature narrative films. 

Sean Luc Deham is a no-wave filmmaker.

No-wave filmmaker from South of France. Dedicated to work in no reality nor digital realm. You may know him from ‘Vortex’, ‘Void and the city’, ‘Car tune’ and ‘Continental Breakfast’.

HC Sin is a painter, DJ, ceramicist and performance artist. 

Following his departure from an art school in Hong Kong, J began to find his voice across a wide spectrum of mediums. His love for nature, electronic soundscapes and fashion, specifically Gorpcore, continuously informs his diverse artistic practice. Most recently, he was featured in a music video for XSGACHA titled ‘Nurture’. Though he is versatile, he places particular emphasis on the medium of painting, particularly oil painting. He considers Lucien Freud, H.R. Giger, Rene Magriette and Yank Wong as his strongest influences in his multifaceted artistic practice. 

At present, his passions revolve around ceramics, refining his skills as a DJ, and perfecting his flow of movement in his performance art work.

Charles Wan is a photographer, editor and sound recordist.

With a Bachelor of Law from Sussex University, Charles’ trajectory has drastically shifted from his more humble beginnings. He has since been a member of the production team for Xevarion Institute, in charge of both editing and sound recording. 

At present, he is interested in further exploring the world of creative sound design and film production as a whole.

Sing Lau is a videographer. 

Born and raised in Hong Kong, he graduated from the School of Creative Media at City University of Hong Kong. As a moving-image creator, he wears many hats, often taking charge behind the camera as a videographer, director and producer. He is a founding member of ‘Negative Space’; an artist-run exhibition space dedicated to supporting young artists through the fostering of contemporary imaging and lens-based media. 

His immense passion for classic cars led to the inception of his current project ‘Fotan Clan’, which brings to light the unconventional dynamics between modern car enthusiasts and their vast car collections. His versatility shines through his extensive portfolio, with his work ranging from fashion video pieces to full-length documentaries. Most recently, he directed and shot a full-length documentary piece exploring the classic car scene across Japan. He is setting his sights on bringing his colorful vision to shooting more long and short-form narrative films.

Gabe Wong is a graphic designer and tattoo artist.

She graduated from PolyU Hong Kong with a degree in Advertising Design before joining esteemed advertising agency ‘Young and Innocent’ as an Art Director. She has refined her skills immensely over the last 3 years, utilizing her talent for pitching, storyboarding and graphic design across numerous campaigns, including for the likes of PMQ, ifva and Harvey Nichols. She has simultaneously harnessed her passion into the medium of tattoos, leading to the creation of her own tattoo studio, ‘LOVEYARD’. 

Her love for the art of tattooing has motivated her to explore different spheres of creativity, fueled by her signature playful, positive and joyful visual style. Her lively philosophy has informed her current interests in producing events, designing graphics for Music Videos, movie posters and fashion labels alike.

Orange Terry is a designer.

Orange Terry's approach to design stems from the inspiration he receives from the constant stream of materials he finds on the streets of Hong Kong. His appreciation for the beauty of everyday objects has been the fire behind his practice; giving new meaning and function to the ordinary.

In his creative process, he considers the resources around us, challenging the notion of ‘matter’ to create an alternative yet personal aesthetic. His works aim to interrogate and dismantle the material, systemic and formal approaches to the creation of objects.

Kelly Hebestreit is a photographer and installation artist.

Born in Germany, she spent her core years in Hong Kong before relocating to multiple cities including Tokyo and Los Angeles. She currently resides in Hong Kong. Focusing primarily on portraiture and documentary images, she is particularly drawn to subjects that are dynamic yet unconventional. Her love for the medium stems from an interest in using photography as a means of manipulating and glorifying the spaces she occupies. Her work often features abstract compositions in decaying dream-like landscapes, crafting bold interpretations of her own reality.  

In her artistic practice she focuses primarily on the creation of installations, exploring the emotional dynamic between the audience and the private spectacle. Her self-published zine ‘Satellite’ (2021) features photographs taken during the artist’s first visit to Joshua Tree in the summer of 2020. She exhibited her work in a solo-show of the same name, replicating the quiet doom of the desert by showcasing a variety of photography, sculpture, sound design and mixed media pieces.

Elton Fung AKA Freedomgum is a photographer and videographer. 

Born and raised in Hong Kong, he graduated from University of Reading studying Building Surveying (BsC). What started out as a casual hobby documenting flickerings of daily life, skating and friends, blossomed into an ‘accidental’ career as a multi-talented photographer and videographer. His work is boundless, covering a broad visual spectrum. Finding inspiration everywhere, his portfolio is an extensive visual representation of subjects and narratives. He is particularly interested in documenting both the mundane as well as the bizarre and surreal. Moreover, his video work presents an alternative extension of his still work, offering a deeper dive into his vision.

His passion extends to his love for the medium of photography publications. His archive project ‘SGUM Archive’, highlights his extensive collection of fashion, fine art and skate books, magazines, stickers, and other forms of printed media. His archive is a playful yet refined reflection of his youthful spirit.

Curated by ZaaZaaaa collective.

Venue Partner: Parallel Space.

2 of 5 exhibition of Parallel Space 5 year anniversary.