Para Site is delighted to present the group exhibition ‘Muted Hums’. The exhibition is curated by Celia Ho, featuring works by nine international and asian artists, including Catalina Africa (Philippines), Özlem Altın (Germany), Lêna Bùi(Vietnam), Oscar Chan Yik Long (Hong Kong/ Finland), Saodat Ismailova (Uzbekistan/ France), Ling Pui Sze (Hong Kong), Man Mei To (Hong Kong/ UK), Christina Quarles (USA), and Aycoobo - Wilson Rodríguez (Colombia), with three presenting newly commissioned works. 

‘Muted Hums’ explores the interplay between inner selves and the broader worlds around us. The exhibition invites the audience to engage with the multiplicity and fluidity of existence, attuning to a deeper awareness of the multifaceted dimensions of being. The exhibition title prompts our attention to the subtle and quiet pulses of intimate emotions that are often overlooked. It emphasises the significance of looking beyond immediate perceptions, connecting with the silent gestures of consciousness, revealing the fragmented truths we carry within our bodies that are inherited from those before us.

The exhibition revolves around the concept of mapping ourselves, and observing what our bodies hold. This inquiry transcends the corporeal boundaries beyond the present, serving as a reminder of the invisible energies that shape our connections. It challenges us to reconsider our sense of place within this intricate web of existences, where bodies exist within bodies and worlds unfold beyond the immediate. Spanning a wide variety of media (including paintings, sculptures, video, and site-specific works), the artworks illuminate the unseen realms of personal narratives and collective memories. Through the tensions between the fragmented and the unified, ‘Muted Hums’ reimagines the interconnectedness of all beings across time. 

Gallery address: 22/F, Wing Wah Ind. Building 677 King’s Road, Quarry Bay