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Spectrosynthesis III exhibition at Tai Kwun Contemporary explores queer mythologies through Asian and diasporic artists

exhibition · 2026-04-20

The exhibition Myth Makers – Spectrosynthesis III at Tai Kwun Contemporary in Hong Kong showcases the work of over 60 artists from Asia and its diasporas, delving into queer mythologies. This event, part of the Sunpride Foundation's LGBTQ-themed Spectrosynthesis series, will be open until April 10. Notable pieces include Xiyadie's paper-cuts illustrating same-sex relationships, Andrew Thomas Huang's film Kiss of the Rabbit God (2019), Siren Eun Young Jung's Deferral Theatre (2018), and Ellen Pau's Song of the Goddess (1992). Additional highlights feature Fan Chon Hoo's portraits of Ava Leong, Tseng Kwong Chi's self-portraits, Jiaming Liao's C-prints of Kowloon Park, and Bruno Zhu's critical examination of gender norms. The exhibition has faced backlash for its clichéd imagery and outdated style.

Key facts

  • Exhibition features over 60 artists from Asia and its diasporas
  • Third installment in Sunpride Foundation's Spectrosynthesis series
  • Running at Tai Kwun Contemporary in Hong Kong through April 10
  • Includes works by Xiyadie, Andrew Thomas Huang, Siren Eun Young Jung, Ellen Pau
  • Features traditional paper-cuts, film, photography, and video works
  • Explores queer mythologies, body politics, and queer futurities
  • Includes references to queer idols Judy Garland and Leslie Cheung
  • Criticized for predictable iconographies and dated aesthetic

Entities

Artists

  • Xiyadie
  • Andrew Thomas Huang
  • Siren Eun Young Jung
  • Ellen Pau
  • Fan Chon Hoo
  • Tseng Kwong Chi
  • Jiaming Liao
  • Bruno Zhu
  • Yam Kim-fai
  • Pak Suet-sin
  • Ava Leong
  • Judy Garland
  • Leslie Cheung
  • Duke Ling of Wei
  • Mizi Xia

Institutions

  • Tai Kwun Contemporary
  • Sunpride Foundation
  • ArtReview

Locations

  • Hong Kong
  • China
  • Korea
  • Malaysia
  • San Francisco
  • United States
  • Paris
  • France
  • New York
  • Kowloon Park

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