Tucked away above the bustling crowds at the Ruins of St. Paul’s, a small exhibition space is hosting a contemplative dialogue between two local artists.
The “Double Vision” exhibition, organised by the Macau Artist Society (MAS), features work by Cheong Chan Kit and Chek Man Ha at the Ho’s Clan Association Exhibition Hall (何族崇義堂盛荷堂展廳) on Rua de S. Paulo. The exhibition is set to run until March 28.
Located on the first floor of the building, visitors climb a narrow staircase to reach two interconnected rooms, each dedicated to one artist’s work. Unlike the tourist-filled area below, the exhibition space remains quiet and peaceful.
The exhibition explores the contrasting creative approaches of the two artists through the imagery of moths and bees. According to a statement from the organisers, Cheong, who studied art and creative design in Taiwan and returned to Macau in 2020, uses the moth as a central motif. His works reflect a shift from early mythological and religious themes towards more personal expressions, the statement noted.
Additionally, Chek, also known as Lúcia, holds a master’s degree in Illustration and Visual Media from the London College of Communication, the statement noted. Her work features imagery drawn from nature, transformed into delicate visual poetry. Using watercolour, gouache*, and ink, she builds layered emotional spaces within small-scale compositions.
According to the statement, the moth represents a poetic obsession, drawn to light despite the risk of destruction, while the bee embodies gentle order, constructing honeycombs that blend reason and emotion. Together, the two bodies of work invite viewers to contemplate different attitudes toward life.
The exhibition is co-organised by the Federation of Associations of Cultural Sectors of Macau and the Macau Youth Art Association, with funding from the Cultural Development Fund of the Macao SAR Government. The venue is provided by the Macau Ho’s Clan Association.
One may visit the free-admission exhibition from between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., on Tuesdays to Sundays.
* According to dickblick.com gouache (pronounced “gwash”) is a versatile, water-based paint known for its vibrant colours, opaque finish, and fast drying times. It’s used for a vast spectrum of artistic applications, from delicate fine art illustrations to bold, graphic designs for comics and posters.
Photos taken yesterday by Kristina Vallesteros
