Renowned Chinese paper sculptor Wen Qiuwen is transforming four attractions at Galaxy Macau as part of a unique exhibit taking place from 28 April 2023.
Wen – whose works have been exhibited at the Centre Pompidou in France and at art festivals in Italy, Hong Kong and various cities across mainland China – uses scissors, utility knives, glue, watercolors, watercolor paper, craft paper and black cards to create her sculptures. She often deconstructs and re-creates traditional cultural symbols, ingeniously introducing surrealist elements to create thought-provoking scenography that offers a dreamy slice of theater and engages viewers on an emotional level.
The four attractions include Fantasia Garden at East Square, where Wen has created a picturesque scene brimming with life and rich with multi-sensory experiences including a giant robin, flamingos and a hummingbird contributing to the magical atmosphere. The butterflies on the glass house will even release a soft fragrance as visitors walk nearby.
In Galaxy Macau’s Diamond Lobby, the Nebula Garden sees glowing fish swimming amidst the stars and lush foliage. Crafted with intricate details from head to fins, the ethereal fish are a nod to the traditional fish lanterns of Southern Guangdong.
Swallow Garden in the Galaxy Macau’s Crystal Lobby sees two swallows swoop down across a sea of flowers, causing a ripple with their wings of freedom. This installation in two parts captures the lightness and grace of the birds in mid-flight.
Finally, Celestial Arch in the property’s Pearl Lobby sees giant hares transform into two celestial bodies, lit by the stars they have eaten. Meet the hares of this galactic fantasy where stars are food, planets are candies and the moon has wings.
Celestial Arch in the Pearl Lobby runs until 15 June 2023 while the East Square, Diamond Lobby and Crystal Lobby displays all run until 31 August 2023.
