[17 July 2026, Hong Kong, China] Hong Chi Association officially opened Silent Dialogue in Clay, a ceramic art exhibition at the Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery, Fringe Club in Central, Hong Kong, yesterday, July 16. Officiating at the opening ceremony were Mrs. Winnie Kang Leung Wing-yee, JP, Commissioner for Rehabilitation, Labour and Welfare Bureau; Ms. Linda Chua Pui-shan, Chairperson of Grants Sub-committee of the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities; and Mr. Edward Yau Tang-wah, GBS, JP, Chairman of Hong Chi Association. Representatives from the arts and cultural sector, social welfare sector, and the community also attended the opening ceremony, coming together to witness the creative works of Hong Chi artists.
Supported by the HKSAR Government under the Government-funded Programme, Hong Chi Pinehill Integrated Vocational Training Centre launched a year-long Ceramic Art Development Course through the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities. The exhibition features a collection of ceramic works created by the trainees under the theme “Slow Living, Diaries and Everyday Life.” Divided into three thematic sections – Alter Ego, The Shape of Relations, and The Rhythm of the Everyday. The exhibition transforms the trainees’ observations of everyday life and personal experiences into ceramic art, showcasing their creativity, unique perspectives and artistic potential. Through rustic forms and the warm textures of clay, visitors are invited to rediscover the joy of slow living, appreciate the authentic creativity of Hong Chi trainees, and experience the power of arts inclusion.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Edward Yau, GBS, JP, Chairman of Hong Chi Association, expressed his sincere appreciation to the Government and the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities for supporting the Ceramic Art Development Course and Silent Dialogue in Clay ceramic art exhibition, as well as to partners from the arts, cultural and social welfare sectors for their steadfast support. He said, "It is encouraging to see Hong Chi artists receiving increasing recognition through exhibitions and opportunities. Their works reflect not only artistic talent, but also unique perspectives shaped by their life experiences. Hong Chi will continue to collaborate with partners across different sectors to expand exhibition opportunities in Hong Kong and internationally, enabling more people to discover and appreciate the creativity of Hong Chi artists."
Mrs. Winnie Kang Leung Wing-yee, JP, Commissioner for Rehabilitation, Labour and Welfare Bureau, said, “They are not “artists with disabilities — they are artists”, defined by their talent and creativity. We hope the public and the business community will work together to provide more platforms and employment opportunities for people with disabilities, enabling them not only to express themselves through art but also to thrive in the workplace with confidence, and allowing society to recognise and value their abilities and contributions.”
The opening ceremony also featured a sharing session in which participating Hong Chi artists reflected on their creative journeys. They shared how everyday encounters, relationships, and memories inspire their work, with each ceramic piece becoming a personal diary that captures moments of life and emotion in clay.
Silent Dialogue in Clay runs from July 16 to 21, 2026, at the Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery, Fringe Club, Central. Admission is free. The public is warmly invited to experience the exhibition and discover how each ceramic work tells a deeply personal story through the quiet language of clay.
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Mr. Edward Yau, Chairman of Hong Chi Association (right), and Hong Chi trainee (middle) present a souvenir handcrafted by the trainees to Mrs. Winnie Kang Leung Wing-yee, Commissioner for Rehabilitation, Labour and Welfare Bureau (left). |
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Mr. Edward Yau, Chairman of Hong Chi Association (right), and Hong Chi trainee (middle) present a souvenir handcrafted by the trainees to Ms. Linda Chua Pui-shan, Chairperson of Grants Sub-committee of the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities (left), in appreciation of the Fund’s support for the Silent Dialogue in Clay. |
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Group photo of Mrs. Winnie Kang Leung Wing-yee, Commissioner for Rehabilitation, Labour and Welfare Bureau (left 2), Ms. Linda Chua Pui-shan, Chairperson of Grants Sub-committee of the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities (left 1), Mr. Edward Yau, Chairman of Hong Chi Association (right 2), and Ms. Zuie Lin Chun-chun, General Secretary of Hong Chi Association (right 1). |
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Officiating guests, together with representatives from the arts and cultural, and social welfare sectors, attend the opening of the Silent Dialogue in Clay Ceramic Art Exhibition, celebrating the artistic achievements of Hong Chi trainees. |
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Group photo of officiating guests, Hong Chi trainees and guests at the opening ceremony. |
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Hong Chi trainees Tong Tsz-ching (middle) and Fu Fei-yuen (left) share their learning journey and creative experiences from the Silent Dialogue in Clay. |
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Hong Chi trainee introduce their exhibited works to guests, sharing the inspiration and creative ideas behind their creations. |
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Silent Dialogue in Clay Ceramic Art Exhibition |
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Lee Ching-ching, a trainee from Hong Chi Pinehill Integrated Vocational Training Centre, incorporated the facial features of her parents into her artwork to express her deep gratitude to them. Through her clay creation, she also conveys her longing for her late father. |
Exhibition Details
Silent Dialogue in Clay
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July 16 - 21, 2026 |
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Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong |
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【Public Viewing】
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July 16, 2026 – 4:00pm - 8:00pm July 17 -20, 2026 – 10:00am - 8:00pm July 21, 2026 – 10:00am - 4:00pm |
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Hong Chi Association, founded in 1965, has grown into one of the most well-established non-profit organisations dedicated solely to serving over 9,800 people of all ages and all levels of intellectual disability and their families in Hong Kong. It operates 106 service units to provide comprehensive services.
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