Shooting Hoops. All 2,549 of Hong Kong’s basketball courts
Book launch and exhibition at Blue Lotus Gallery 
17 January - 23 February 2025

Blue Lotus Gallery is proud to announce the latest exhibition, ‘Shooting Hoops’ by Austin Bell, coinciding with the release of his self-published book of the same title.

In this ambitious project, Bell catalogued every outdoor basketball court in Hong Kong—an impressive total of 2,549 courts. His journey took him through the city’s nooks and crannies, relying solely on public transport. Through aerial photography, the images highlight the unique designs of these courts, their ubiquity, and their stark contrast against the city’s vertical density.

This exploration not only mapped the locations of the courts but also captured the diverse topography of Hong Kong.

The exhibition runs from January 15 to February 23, 2025. After experiencing these stunning perspectives of the city’s sports surfaces, you will never look at a basketball court in Hong Kong the same way again.

Photographs serve as a vital medium for archiving collective memory and preserving heritage, particularly for places that will eventually disappear, like the walled city. While few ventured there, even fewer thought to document it. However, Ian Lambot and Greg Girard did just that in the years leading up to its demolition, culminating in the iconic book City of Darkness, published by Watermark, which has sold over 20,000 copies to date. This collection not only preserves the heritage of the notorious walled city through photographs and stories but also served as a source of inspiration for future generations of artists, still influencing everything from video games and AI-generated imagery, like that of Bianca Tse showcased in this exhibition, to films such as the latest blockbuster,  ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled in.’

According to Sarah Greene: “This exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of photographs that illuminate the stories of its residents. 'Voices of the Walls' underscores the significance of remembering Kowloon Walled City as a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability. It celebrates the spirit of those who lived there while highlighting the vital role of photography and books in preserving heritage in a constantly evolving city like Hong Kong, for generations to come. We are also prompted to consider what should be documented now to be cherished in the future, before it too fades away.”

Unseen Amsterdam:
Westergas Amsterdam, Klönneplein 1

Preview:
Thursday 19 September 14.00 – 17.00 Private, invitees only

Opening:
Thursday 19 September 17.00 – 22.00 Private, invitees only

Public opening days:
Friday 20 September 11.00 – 21.00
Saturday 21 September 11.00 – 19.00
Sunday 22 September 11.00 – 19.00

Over the summer we will be rotating between works we exhibited before or works which received attention in the last year alongside new works that give a preview of exhibitions that are to come in the future.

Artists currently showing: Fan Ho (Old Hong Kong), Greg Girard, Ian Lambot (Kowloon Walled City) and Walter Koditek (Hong Kong Modern architecture).

You can also discover our exciting photobook collection of books published by blue lotus editions and other independent publishers.

Yasuhiro Ogawa’s brand new project ‘Into the Silence’, soon to be released as a photobook pubished by Blue Lotus Editions Hong Kong, captures the rugged yet timeless beauty of Japan’s northern region.

捕捉日本北陸地區崎嶇而永恆之美 - 小川康博 的全新系列《Into The Silence》即將由 Blue Lotus Edition Hong Kong 出版成攝影集。

Discover the captivating allure of Hong Kong's forgotten villages in Stefan Irvine's solo exhibition, "Abandoned Villages of Hong Kong”, accompanied by a photo-book under the same title published by Blue Lotus Edition. Stefan's photography collection unveils the haunting beauty and hidden narratives of the city's isolated settlements, frozen in time. This documentary-style exhibition will be showcased at Blue Lotus Gallery from January 12th to February 25th, 2024, serving as a poignant reminder of life's fleeting nature and the enduring legacy of those who preceded us. Join us on this evocative journey to explore the vanishing corners of this vibrant city.

Stefan Irvine 的全新個人展覽，以及由 Blue Lotus Edition 出版的同名攝影集《瓦落叢生》，將展示這座城市那些被遺忘的角落，喚醒不同仿佛被時間凝固了一樣的廢墟故事。誠邀大家從 2024年1月12日至2月25日 期間蒞臨 Blue Lotu Gallery，一同來探索香港遺跡的魅力，並從中發現隱藏於郊外與島嶼當中的難忘絕景。

Step into a world of wonder with Palani Mohan's captivating photo book and exhibition, 'Watch with Wonder.' Through his breathtaking black and white images, Mohan takes us on a poetic journey, revealing the beauty found in silence, stillness in epic sceneries but also in the smallest moments in our near environment. From the Louvre Museum to the Australian Outback to the Hong Kong Harbor each frame invites us to pause, observe, and discover the magic of our wonderful world. Join us at Blue Lotus Gallery from November 17th to December 31st, 2023, and immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Mohan's evocative compositions.

The exhibition marks the release of the book with the same title published by Hong Kong University Press.

Palani Mohan 的攝影集及展覽《Watch with Wonder》誠邀大家踏進一個不可思議的世界，一同展開一場令人心馳神往的探索之旅。 Palani 透過令人屏息的黑白作品，帶領觀眾進入一個詩意盎然的境界，展現出壯麗景色中的靜謐，以及身邊微細瞬間的感動。從羅浮宮博物館到澳洲的荒野，再走過香港的海港，每一幀畫面都邀請我們停下腳步仔細觀察，從中發現美妙世界的魔力。歡迎大家於 2023年11月17日至12月31日 蒞臨 Blue Lotu Gallery，一起沉浸於 Palani 引人入勝的作品中，感受那歷久不衰的魅力。

本展覽亦標誌著由 香港大學出版社 出版的同名攝影集的發布。

Blue Lotus Gallery presents a remarkable photographic journey into the world of the Suri Tribe of Ethiopia in Andrew Eldon's new exhibition opening 27 October. His intimate portraits and cultural insights invite us to understand the Suri's distinctive traditions and way of life before it disappears.

Yasuhiro Ogawa’s brand new project Into the Silence, soon to be released as a photobook pubished by Blue Lotus Editions Hong Kong, captures the rugged yet timeless beauty of Japan’s northern region.

The exhibition wil also feature about ten selected handmade dark room prints of his previous project: The Dreaming, photos taken during his travels over 30 yearsOgawa’s imagery creates an intimate poetic record of the emotions and sentiments that come with the act of traveling; the feeling of sweet boredom during long train journeys, the loneliness that accompanies being in a new and unfamiliar place, and the sense of freedom and adventure that comes with traveling. His work is a testament to the simple pleasures of feeling alive.

The closure of Hong Kong's iconic Kai Tak Airport in 1998 was a significant moment in the city's history. To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the airport's closure, Blue Lotus Gallery is pleased to announce a special upcoming exhibition "Goodbye Kai Tak and Thank You”. Featuring photographs by Canadian photographer Greg Girard and Hong Kong photojournalist Birdy Chu, the exhibition offers a unique perspective on the airport's history and legacy.

香港標誌性的啟德機場，於1998年完成其歷史任務，正式關閉，亦刻劃了香港歷史上的重要時刻。為紀念告別啟德機場廿五載， Blue Lotus Gallery 榮幸呈獻全新聯合攝影展《再見啟德，謝謝你》。展覽將展出加拿大攝影師 格雷格·吉拉德（Greg Girard）和香港攝影記者 朱迅（Birdy Chu）的攝影作品，為觀眾提供一個獨特的視角，闡述啟德機場的歷史和文化遺產。

Come visit us as booth F11 where we will be featuring Fan Ho and Yasuhiro Ogawa.

The eighth edition of Photo London will take place at Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA, between 11–14 May 2023, with a Preview Day on 10 May. With its widest ever global reach and a vibrant Public Programme, this year’s Fair will showcase the very best in past, present and future photography and offer visitors the opportunity to marvel at, explore and acquire some of the finest photographic works.

歡迎蒞臨我們於 Photo London F11的展位，屆時我們將帶來 何藩 和 小川康博 的作品。

Photo London 每年都會將最優秀的國際攝影作品帶到英國首都，展示出最好的歷史性作品及不同攝影原作，同時也帶來多種攝影的新視野。憑藉有史以來最廣泛的全球影響力和充滿活力的公共項目，今年的 Photo London 將展示過去、現在和未來的最佳攝影作品，並為參觀者提供探索和收藏極高質素攝影作品的機會。

We are pleased to invite you to attend the Tai Kwun Contemporary's BOOKED: Hong Kong Art Book Fair 2023! To celebrate the first time of our publishing house - Blue Lotus Edition to join a book fair, with two of our publications: 'The Labyrinth 迷宮' by Christopher Button and '36 Views Of Lion Rock 獅子山三十六景' by Romain Jacquet-Lagréze.

我們誠邀大家蒞臨參與 大館當代美術館「BOOKED: 香港藝術書展」，一同慶祝我們的出版社 - Blue Lotus Edition 首次參加書展的大日子！並於現場觀看由我們出版的兩本攝影集：Christopher Button 的《 迷宮》和 Romain Jacquet-Lagréze 的《獅子山三十六景》。

Apply now for the prestigious Hariban Award 2023 and win a two week residency in Kyoto.

2023 年度 Hariban 獎項比賽已開放參加，立即參與並贏取前往京都學習珂羅版印刷的兩週旅程。

This exhibition opens with an experimental take on street photography by Fan Ho, as well as Hong Kong’s iconic neon signs as captured by Keith Macgregor, black and white harbour shot in 1980 by Robin Moyer and the 80s busy day scenes by Greg Girard. More recent approaches include the midnight Kowloon side by KC Kwan, documentary post-war post-war modern architecture by Walter Koditek, 'City Poetry' series composed by Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze, a contemporary stylistic approach by young photographer Jason Au, and Michael Kistler’s seductive deep hue scenes of today’s Hong Kong.

展覽將由 何藩 於50至60年代的實驗性街頭攝影作品展開，配上由 Keith Macgregor 紀錄的標誌性霓虹燈影像、Robin Moyer 的 1980 年黑白作品以及 Greg Girard 拍攝的80年代民生片段作伴；稍移玉步你會看到 Walter Koditek 對於香港戰後建築物的紀錄，你亦可以閱讀由 Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze 的鏡頭寫下這座城市的詩語，及後觀賞 KC Kwan 捕捉的九龍黑夜、新晉藝術家 Jason Au 的當代街拍以及 Michael Kistler 色彩斑斕的場景，跟我們一起完成這趟以街頭為題的旅程。

The exhibition “Hong Kong Modern Architecture of the 1950s-1970s” is a thematic exploration of post-war modern architecture based on Walter Koditek’s book of the same title at Blue Lotus Gallery. By combining photography and research, Koditek creates a comprehensive overview of architectural design during that transformative period.

我們誠邀大家參加《香港摩登：一九五零至七零年代建築》展覽，本展覽根據由城市規劃師、作家及攝影師 Walter Koditek 的同名著作所策劃，全方位結合攝影、詳細背景資料和學術論文，概述了香港於五十至七十年代的轉型時期的建築。

Fan Ho’s new exhibition plus his latest publication “Photography. My Passion. My Life.”, bundling the best of his work, intertwining his internationally renowned works with those that have yet to be released. The book contains an essay “My Quest”, written by Fan Ho himself in the 70’s, explaining his own practice and his stylistic journey as he was influenced by different movements in photography occurring at that time. Through his essay, we learn about his interpretations of aesthetics, poetics, philosophy and synergy, as seen in his photographs.

As per the Fan Ho family, “Fan Ho will always have a special place in our hearts, and we feel closer to him through the lasting legacy of his work. We know we will continue to discover something refreshing every time we look at his unforgettable images, be they portrayals of a bygone era or of the endurance of the human spirit.”

輯錄何藩攝影佳作的新展覽及同名新書 — 《感情‧感悟‧感覺》，當中的第一篇文章：《我的嘗試》，由何藩編寫自己對攝影和美感的追求，也記錄了這位攝影師揉合不同攝影風格的經歷。透過何藩的文字讀者能理解他對於美學，詩學，哲學之間協調的定義。如同何藩家人所述:「何藩是永遠在我們內心深處，透過他遺下來的作品，會感覺和他的距離拉得更近。每一次我們注視他那令人難以忘懷的作品，總有不同的體驗，無論是他鏡頭下那逝去的時代、 還是恆久不變的人情味。」