Neon Heroes: Illuminated Dreams
Six interactive neon sculptures in the PMQ courtyard stand as a tribute to the iconic glowing light of Hong Kong’s legacy. What makes this exhibition more special than most is that it is a showcase of talents across three generations of local artists. Jerry Loo has collaborated with his grandfather Wong Kin-wah, who is one of Hong Kong’s most senior neon tube-bending craftsmen with over 66 years of experience under his belt. Together, they’ve reinterpreted our city’s beloved neon signs, blending traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary vision and aesthetic.
Each of these modern neon signs are influenced by a different superpower or superhero transformation. For example, there is The Luminous, a tribute to anime legends like Dragon Ball; The Dragon Within, a nod to the most ubiquitous Chinese mythological creature; and Superhero Landing, mimicking Superman’s classic fist-down pose, complete with dramatic cracks on the floor. The exhibition concludes with the short animated film Neon Waltz by Loo himself, who used to create 2D animation before bringing his work into the tangible realm, tracing Master Wong’s journey to becoming a fully fledged neon lights master.