In the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong, where the rhythm of life pulses with relentless energy, Carroll CW Tsang finds her sanctuary in the quietude of the brushstroke. Her art is not a loud exclamation, but a whisper, an intimate dialogue between the artist and her inner self, played out in a delicate dance between ink and canvas.
Tsang’s practice, steeped in the meditative repetition of calligraphy brushwork, transcends more than mere technique. It becomes a form of spiritual exploration, a journey inward. "Finding one’s own rhythm by painting on a canvas with a calligraphy brush, slowly and repetitively," she explains, "It’s like the rhythm in music, calm and natural." Each stroke, unfolded deliberately with still patience, reveals not just an image, but the very essence of the artist's soul.
Her deliberate pace, her focus on the tip of the brush, becomes a conduit for self-discovery. Since 2018, Tsang has cultivated this practice, using it to "unwind her emotions," to connect with her "feelings and thoughts," and to find a sense of "security and fulfillment." Her art is a testament to the power of introspection, a visual manifestation of the inner peace that can be found in the quiet moments of creation.
Ink-Tangled Workshop: 4 - 7 October 2025, 3pm to 4pm

Venue address: Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central