Hosted at the Arts Pavilion and High Lawn, Art Park, WestK, the Festival presents an inspiring programme featuring art exhibitions, interactive workshops, ink-inspired activities, live performances, and thought-provoking panel discussion. Immerse yourself in the profound spiritual resonance of ink art and discover its vibrant expressions in motion.
Arts Pavilion
High Lawn
2025 UOB Art in Ink Awards Winners’ Showcase
Since 2017, UOB Hong Kong has organised the annual UOB Art in Ink Awards to discover local artistic talents, foster innovation, and breathe new life into the time-honoured tradition of Chinese ink art.The 2025 UOB Art in Ink Awards Winners’ Showcase will feature exceptional works across abstract, landscape, and figurative genres. These winning artworks have been included in the UOB Art Collection. The full list of winners will be announced on 17 December 2025 via the UOB Art Academy website.
Opening Hours*:
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| 19 December 2025 – 3 January 2026 | 11am – 7pm | 6:30pm |
* Schedule may change per WestK guidelines.
InkSight 2035 Community Project Showcase
The InkSight 2035 Community Project looks ahead to 2035 — a milestone year marking UOB’s centennial anniversary — by uniting six alumni winners of the UOB Art in Ink Awards with local secondary school students. Through a series of workshops and community explorations, students were inspired to envision the community of 2035 through ink art. 60 original artworks — each reflecting the creativity and aspirations of the next generation — symbolise the spirit of collaboration and shared progress between UOB and the wider community.InkScribble Hub
Artists convey emotions and create rich textures through diverse brushstrokes and techniques. At the InkScribble Hub, visitors can explore video demonstrations of four distinctive ink painting techniques used in this year’s winning artworks. With tools provided on-site, visitors are encouraged to experiment with this time-honoured art form firsthand, gaining a fresh perspective on both the showcased winning artworks and the enduring beauty of ink art.Charity Sale
UOB Art Academy presents a series of items inspired by the winning artworks at the UOB Art in Ink Awards. All items are limited. All proceeds will go to the “Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po”, established by the Hong Kong SAR Government to provide emergency relief and restoration assistance to families and individuals affected by the Tai Po fire.| Locations |
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| G/F, Arts Pavilion and UOB Art Academy booth (High Lawn, Art Park) |
Building the Future Urban Art Terrace
Immerse yourself in a world of ink and “assemble” your own future at the terrace! This immersive installation features five oversized Rubik’s cubes, each reimagined as a vibrant, multi-faceted showcase displaying 60 ink artworks created by local secondary students. Inspired by the iconic puzzle’s colourful geometry and intricate structure, every cube symbolises diversity and interconnectedness, with each face presenting a unique vision of Hong Kong’s communities as they might flourish in 2035 — a milestone year marking UOB’s centenary.Designed as interactive art furniture, these cubes invite visitors to sit, relax and reflect while appreciating the many “faces” of creativity and possibility. Like the Rubik’s Cube, which represents complexity and harmony, the terrace celebrates community diversity and forward-thinking ideas, fostering connection, dialogue and inspiration. It stands as a testament to UOB’s commitment to sustainable social development and cultural inclusivity.
Sketching in Ink
Take home a bespoke keepsake that captures life in graceful ink strokes! Get a distinctive sketch created by invited artists in just 5 – 7 minutes. Each artwork featuring one subject is priced at HK$180, with an additional HK$50 for every extra subject. All proceeds will go to the “Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po”, established by the Hong Kong SAR Government to provide emergency relief and restoration assistance to families and individuals affected by the Tai Po fire.To join this activity, please visit High Lawn, Art Park directly. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Terms and conditions apply.
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Artist: Waiting Art Corner Dates: 19, 23, 30 December 2025 Time: 3pm - 5pm 
Waiting Art Corner has rich experience in live event caricature drawings. She captures each person's unique features and personality in minutes, bringing joy and laughter to every recipient of the personalised drawing. |
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Artist: Kitty Wong Sin Man (Portion Studio) Dates: 20, 27 December 2025; 1, 3 January 2026 Time: 3pm - 5pm 
Kitty Wong is a Hong Kong-based visual artist and fashion designer who owns her own brand and design studio. She specialises in realistic yet contemporary portraiture and digital illustration, delivering over a thousand commissioned artworks over the years. Her portfolio features collaborations with prestigious brands, creating illustrations for souvenirs, music videos, and book covers. |
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Artist: Eddie Chow Dates: 21, 28, 31 December 2025; 2 January 2026 Time: 3pm - 5pm 
Eddie Chow is the founder of Eddie’s Cartoon Portrait Art Centre and holds a Bachelor of Visual Arts degree from Hong Kong Baptist University. He has over 10 years of experience in creation and teaching and is currently a full-time portrait painter and art instructor. |
Beats of Ink
Throughout the Festival, buskers and local music performers will perform enchanting songs and melodies, bringing harmonious sounds into the artistic ambience. Join us and soak in the beautiful tunes — open for everyone to enjoy!|
Performer: Will Ng Date: 19 December 2025 Time: 5pm - 6pm 
Will Ng is a new singer with two singles, “Both Have No Brain” and “Regret Syndrome”, released this year. He has extensive performance experience at various venues, including restaurants, bars, shopping malls and fairs, where he hopes to move and heal his audience through the power of his voice. |
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Performer: Melo Singalong Date: 24, 25 December 2025 Time: 5pm - 6pm 
"Just Sing: Melody of Warmth" is an enchanting performance by Melo Singalong, an initiative dedicated to spreading the warmth of classical music throughout our city. This project is part of the 2025 Project Melo Fellowship, which empowers innovative ideas that foster social connections.
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Performer: Zoe Wong Date: 27 December 2025 Time: 5pm - 6pm 
Zoe Wong is a resident singer focusing on performing R&B English songs. She has been active in music events and competitions since 2019 and began street performances in 2022. In 2024, she won the championship at the ICMA Intercollegiate Singing Competition and started performing as a resident singer at various venues. |
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Performer: Amber Date: 2 January 2026 Time: 5pm - 6pm 
Amber is an independent musician and resident singer with a wide-ranging music style. She has been active in various competitions since 2019 and began performing as a street musician in 2023. Since then, she has performed as a resident singer at major shopping malls and restaurants. |
Santa Photo Fun
Capture a magical Christmas photo with Santa! Take home a cherished memory for a donation of HK$100. All proceeds will go to the “Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po”, established by the Hong Kong SAR Government to provide emergency relief and restoration assistance to families and individuals affected by the Tai Po fire.| Dates | Time | Location |
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| 24 – 26 December 2025 | 3pm – 5pm | High Lawn, Art Park |
About Organiser – UOB Art Academy
Established in Hong Kong in 2015 by UOB, the UOB Art Academy aims to make art more accessible, nurture local artistic talents and rejuvenate cultural heritage. Operating as a registered charity in Hong Kong since November 2023, the Academy achieves its goals through various initiatives, including the UOB Art in Ink Festival, art outreach programmes, workshops and collaborations within the local community.
Since its inception in 2017, the UOB Art Academy has supported the UOB Art in Ink Awards, which is devoted to promoting ink art as a unique art form and a representation of Chinese culture. The Awards encourages and inspires innovation in the medium while celebrating the outstanding achievements of local artistic talents. In 2023, the Awards expanded to mainland China as a campus edition. In 2024, the new Emerging Artist Category was introduced in the mainland China’s edition to further promote ink art and nurture artistic talents.
About Title Sponsor – UOB Hong Kong
UOB is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 470 branches and offices across 19 markets in Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America.
As a leading patron of the arts in Asia, UOB believes in the power of art to enrich lives and strengthen community bonds. For over four decades, the Bank has championed Southeast Asian art and artists. Its flagship programme, the UOB Painting of the Year competition, launched in Singapore in 1982, has since expanded to Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. Today, it is the longest-running art competition in Singapore and one of the most recognised in Southeast Asia.
Since the 1970s, UOB has actively supported art communities through acquisitions and initiatives. The UOB Art Collection, comprising more than 2,600 artworks, reflects the Bank’s enduring commitment to nurturing creativity and cultural heritage.