We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming exhibition, Jason Kwong – Hiraeth, in West side foyer outside The Winchester Gallery. Please find out more details through the link:https://jasonkwonglm.com/hiraeth.html

Open to public: 2/11/2024 – 13/11/2024

Open hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00-18:00
Saturday: 9:00-16:00
Sunday: Rest

Hiraeth is a Welsh word that embodies a profound longing for a home that may no longer exist, or perhaps never truly did. It encapsulates feelings of homesickness intertwined with nostalgia, yearning, and an ache for something lost over time.

In this exhibition, artist Jason Kwong invites you to embark on a journey exploring the complex emotions of immigration, particularly the experiences of Hongkongers. Once a British colony, Hong Kong returned to China in 1997, evolving within a complex cultural and identity landscape. Over the years, citizens expressed their dissatisfaction with the erosion of democratic freedoms and growing distrust in the government through protests. In the last four years, over 400,000 people have sought new opportunities abroad.

As many Hongkongers do, Jason settles into life in Britain, confronting the uncertainty of a Hong Kong he once knew—a place now irrevocably changed. His artworks reflect this bittersweet nostalgia, capturing the weight of memories and emotions that shape identity.

Through Hiraeth, Jason sheds light on the struggles of immigrants, exploring how the pull of the past intertwines with the experience of forging a new path in an unfamiliar land. Join us as we delve into this evocative exploration of identity, memory, and the relentless quest for belonging.

Jason Kwong, a contemporary abstract artist from Hong Kong, is currently based in the UK, pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton, set to graduate in 2025. His artwork primarily explores his reflections on past experiences, identity issues, and expressions, conveyed through geometric or simple forms.