The Yijing, or Book of Changes, is unquestionably a quintessential Chinese cultural heritage. Confucianism and Daoism have their common roots here. Ancient Chinese philosophy, science, and statecraft and even modern living have all drawn inspiration from it. As a classical divination document and a philosophical exposition, this book has an enduring imprint on many aspects of Chinese life. 

The current exhibition highlights the continued relevance of the Book of Changes through the artistic interpretation of Hong Kong photo artist Basil Pao. Two series of his works—The Great Walls of China and Glimpses of Silence—are presented here to explore the relation between heritage and artistic creation. Capturing a world of changing reality and changing appearances, these pictures are the testament to Pao’s deep connections to the Book of Changes for embracing the authentic self and beholding the beauty and mystery of the world. The show offers a visual feast for observing the eternal energy and subtleties of change in all-embracing landscapes. It invites contemplation on the interaction and unity of Heaven, Earth, and Humanity—an ancient Chinese philosophical concept presented in the classic. 

Venue address: Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun