Galaxy Macau Unveils 'Eggspression - An Immersive Art Experience' Today A New Exhibition Captivating Audiences to Explore the Art of the Eggs with Renowned Dutch and New York Artists
Galaxy Macau Unveils 'Eggspression - An Immersive Art Experience' Today A New Exhibition Captivating Audiences to Explore the Art of the Eggs with Renowned Dutch and New York Artists
Sabtu, 29 Juni 2024 | 10:28
(From left to right) Ms. Vivian Cai, Creative Director of The Egg House from New York; Ms. Hazel Wong, Executive Vice President of Retail at GEG; Mr. Cheang Kai Meng, Vice President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR Government; Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Acting Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer—Macau of GEG;Mr. Henk Hofstra, the artist from The Netherlands and Ms. Vita Wong-Kwok, Curator of the exhibition celebrated the opening of the “Eggspression - An Immersive Art Experience” exhibition hosted by GEG.
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- 28 June 2024 - As a significant extension 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 art exhibitions to tap into their
interplay role as "Tourism plus Culture". Organized by Galaxy
Entertainment Group (GEG), the new exhibition, "Eggspression - An
Immersive Art Experience" officially launched today. GalaxyArt and
Galaxy Promenade, have been transformed into a whimsical world of eggs,
featuring large-scale interactive art installations by renowned Dutch
public installation artist 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
this whimsical, thought-provoking journey.
This exhibition is supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office and
Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR Government. The opening
ceremony was graced by Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Acting Director of the Macao
Government Tourism Office, and Mr. Cheang Kai Meng, Vice President of
the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR Government. Also in
attendance were Ms. Vita Wong-Kwok, Curator of the exhibition; Mr. Henk
Hofstra, the artist of the "Eggs Fall from the Sky"; Ms. Vivian Cai,
Creative Director of The Egg House; Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating
Officer — Macau of GEG; and Ms. Hazel Wong, Executive Vice President of
Retail at GEG.
In his speech, Mr. Kevin Kelley remarked, since its inception in July
2021, GalaxyArt has been actively collaborating with the Macau SAR
Government and relevant associations to organize various cultural and
artistic events. These efforts are part of GEG's unwavering commitment
to supporting the diversified development of arts and culture, sports,
and tourism in Macau. He said, "Eggspression exhibition is another
demonstration to 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."
Henk Hofstra, the renowned Dutch artist, presents his
masterpiece “Eggs Fall from the Sky”. This art installation is exhibited
large-scale indoor for the first time, with the aim of raising
awareness about global warming.
Bringing the large-scale egg art installations to Macau for the first
time, Mr. Henk and Ms. Vivian both expressed their heartfelt gratitude
to the organizer, Galaxy Entertainment Group for inviting them to
participate Eggspression Exhibition. Mr. Henk talked about his creative
concept of the 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." The fried egg is one of his
egg projects meanings, which he has great hopes of appealing to everyone
to concentrate on the current situation of global warming. The Egg
House has traveled to many vibrant cities, including New York, Los
Angeles, and Shanghai. Ms. Vivian 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
curator and artists to present diverse creative forms, inspiring the
audience to open their "infinite minds". "Eggspression - An Immersive
Art Experience" revolves around eggs symbolizing life, new beginnings,
wellness, love, wisdom, and infinite energy, sparkling contemplation on
art, life and the world as well as their intimate connection. 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 lucky draw and themed workshops, creating a delightful
artistic journey for visitors at Galaxy Promenade.
The "Loving Birds", specially created by Hofstra for
“Eggspression” exhibition, emphasizes the importance of life, love,
wellness, and positive energy.
"Eggs Fall from the Sky" First Debuts in Macau
The first part of the exhibition features "Eggs Fall from the Sky", a
masterpiece by Henk Hofstra, marking its first appearance in Macau and
its first large-scale indoor display globally. The enormous "sunny egg"
installation is not only visually striking but also aims to raise
awareness about global warming. Resembling the sun, these installations
offer visitors the warmth of sunlight at Galaxy Promenade and GalaxyArt
in the season of summer. Hofstra has also created a unique egg-shaped
installation called "Loving Birds" for this exhibition, adorned with
heart-shaped eggs, flower petals, clouds, and trees, emphasizing the
importance of life, love, wholesomeness, and positive energy.
Henk Hofstra is renowned worldwide for his passion for transforming
everyday objects into captivating large-scale public art installations.
His exhibitions span from Rotterdam to Saint Petersburg, New York to São
Paulo, Bilbao to Lisbon, and Beijing to Wuhan. Hofstra's creations
cover different themes, including animals, plants, and landscapes. He
often presents his work in novel and striking ways, encouraging people
to explore the world from fresh perspectives and think about important
issues.
Artists have transformed their imagination of an egg named Ellis into this "Egg House”.
New York Artists Recreate the Marvelous Dream of Eggs
The second part of the exhibition showcases "The Egg House", a
multi-sensory experience created by Biubiu Xu, the founder of Sense
Creation Inc., along with a group of young artists and designers from
New York. Vivian Cai serves as the key creative director, bringing "The
Egg House" to Macau. This thematic installation exhibition has
captivated audiences of all ages and attracted over 200,000 visitors
when it first debuted in New York in 2018, successfully paving the way
for a global tour.
"The Egg House" features Ellis, an egg whose name evokes the whimsical
story of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". The artists ingeniously
blend egg elements into the foyer, living room, bedroom, kitchen, and
even bathroom, making every corner filled with surprises and
transforming the ordinary egg into something extraordinary. In this
vibrant "home", visitors can interact with the exhibits and immerse
themselves in a joyful atmosphere shared with friends and family, making
it an unmissable photo spot.
Talented chefs from Galaxy Macau have created limited-edition
dishes inspired by eggs specially for the “Eggspression” exhibition.
Not to Be Missed: Art-Inspired Flavors by Master Chefs
When eggs return to the kitchen, under the conceptual and culinary
skills of master chefs, they continue to transform, nourishing
delicacies in diverse ways. During the exhibition, talented chefs from
Galaxy Macau will create limited-edition dishes inspired by eggs and
incorporating holistic health concepts, unlocking the extraordinary
"flavor" hidden in this seemingly ordinary ingredient.
Chef André Lai, Executive Chef of Andaz Kitchen at Andaz Macau, uses
eco-friendly ingredients to create three dishes showcasing the flavors
and forms of eggs.
Chef Yorick from Raffles Lounge & Terrace focuses on sustainable
ingredients—namely free-range eggs and organic chicken—combined with
colorful vegetables, paying homage to Hofstra's masterpiece "Eggs Fall
from the Sky".
Chef Ricky Wu from Blossom Palaces celebrates the versatility of eggs
and their place in Chinese culinary history with his rendition of
Stir-fried Egg Whites, a dish complementing the marvelous texture of
crab roe, pumpkin, and sea urchin.
Chef Raymond Chan from Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant champions the
flavors and ingredients of his hometown Chiu Chow with an elegant take
on Marinated Soft-boiled Egg and Cold Threadfin Fish.
Chef Kin Ng from Putien reimagines the ubiquitous egg with his Steamed
Egg Whites with "yolk" and Alaskan King Crabmeat, an ingenious interplay
of flavors and textures.
CHA BEI presents a series of four colorful and whimsical mini-gateaux
co-created by award-winning pastry master Lok Him Yam, and Chef Jacky
Lung, Greater China Champion of World Chocolate Masters, along with a
refreshing drink and an array of healthy dishes featuring the use of
organic eggs.
The chef from Café de Paris Monte-Carlo pays homage to Henk's "Loving
Birds" with a refreshing salad, recreating the lush background with
organic garden greens, and the two birds with Japanese organic eggs.
Passion. by Gérard Dubois features a new mille-feuille made with a
buttery flaky crust, curry vegetables, smoked bacon, Parmesan cheese,
and topped with a tantalizing onsen egg.
During the exhibition, guests who has the admission ticket will be
eligible for a 20% discount on selected "Eggspression" dishes and drinks
at the designated restaurants.
Eggspression - An Immersive Art Experience
Exhibition Period: 10am-10pm, June 28 to October 7, 2024 (Free Admission)
Exhibition Venues: Galaxy Promenade and GalaxyArt at Galaxy Macau
Gastronomy Partners: Andaz Kitchen, Raffles Lounge & Terrace,
Blossom Palaces, Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant, Putien, CHA BEI, Café de
Paris Monte-Carlo, Passion. by Gérard Dubois
Galaxy Macau: Macau's Summer Playground
This summer, by introducing a playful vibe and a sense of wonder, Galaxy
Macau is set to transform any ordinary summer's day into a fun-filled
adventure!
Playtime begins in the Diamond Lobby where on one side is the "Splash
& Snap", an ingenious combination of lighting, water and special
effects, offering you a taste of the thrill that awaits you at the Grand
Resort Deck—without getting wet! On the other side is the "Play &
Win" giant capsule toy machine that gives away air tickets, hotel stays,
luxury brand products, Grand Resort Deck annual passes for two, and
more prizes totaling worth $8 million! Simply become a Galaxy Ultimate
member by September 1st and accumulate a daily spending of MOP 300 or
more within Galaxy Macau, or present your hotel room key or tickets to
Galaxy Arena or Broadway Theatre within 7 days, to join in the lucky
draw.
In addition, a variety of seasonal delicacies from multiple countries
will fill the entire summer celebrations with enticing aromas. This
summer will also see the opening of prestigious dining establishments
such as three-Michelin-starred sushi master Masaaki Miyakawa's first
sushi restaurant outside of Japan, "Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa", and
"Teppanyaki Shou", overseen by a seasoned master chef from Japan. These
restaurants offer the ultimate Japanese culinary experience. From July
18 to 31, the 10th Malaysian Culture and Food Festival will make a grand
return. Guests can explore the charm of Southeast Asia at the pop-up
Market in East Square and discover Malaysian national treasures at the
buffet dinner in the Oasis. Popular restaurants, including Hong Kong's
celebrity favorite "Waso Café" will also make a grand appearance during
the summer holidays.
What better place to spend the summer holidays than the Macau's Summer Playground of Galaxy Macau.