Discover new artists at the Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong

If you’re looking to spruce up your walls, now’s the time to commit. In the wake of Art Basel and Art Central last month, the Affordable Art Fair is celebrating its tenth anniversary with one of its biggest exhibitions yet, showcasing 270 artists at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 18 to 21 May. It’s the best way to discover up-and-coming global artists and start your art investment journey.

From nostalgic Hong Kong pieces by the likes of Rick Lo and Eleanor McColl to vibrant works by Spanish artist Murfin, there’s something for everyone. This year, the fair has also commissioned numerous site-specific installations, while local street art collective HKWalls will spotlight the next generation of local artists in a dedicated area– so get your cameras ready.

Immerse yourself in French culture

Francophiles are in for a treat this month, as French May is set to return. From art to dance to food, dedicated events will take over Hong Kong – each aiming to showcase facets of French culture. At Freespace near M+, a dance performance called Crowd will examine the human condition from 5-6 May while charming animal puppets will recount French fables at Tai Kwun between 6-14 May.

The works of photographer Marc Riboud and former Paris resident Pablo Picasso will also be on show at exhibitions across the city, while musicians Philip Glass and the Tana Quartet bring their orchestral rendition of Shakespeare’s King Lear to City Hall. One of the biggest events on the calendar is the French May cinema lineup, with stunning films such as Persepolis and the works of Jean-Luc Godard screening at cinemas across Hong Kong.

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