Sai Kung

HKWALLS 2021

ABOUT

I was honored to be selected as an artist for HKWALLS 2021, an annual street art festival based in Hong Kong. The 2021 event took place in Sai Kung and was supported by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (HKSAR). As part of this vibrant festival, I painted a mural on a 12-meter-long brick wall at Man Yee Playground, which is managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. This project allowed me to contribute to the local art scene and engage with the community through my work.

Location & Date

April 2021

Man Yee Playground, Sai Kung, Hong Kong

  • Three murals adorn the 12-block brick wall in beige, blue, and orange, incorporating nature both inside and out. Real plants are located next to a park in Sai Kung, Hong Kong.

    Location: Sai Kung

  • Neil Wang, the artist, signing at the corner of his mural. Red brick wall finish and a white building on the left.

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  • Artist Neil Wang's signature on blue block mural, community involvement in park setting.

    Making Man Yee Playground a vibrant society zone for the community.

Historical &

Botanical Fusion

Mural painted by Hong Kong mural artist Neil Wang. This is one of the 12 murals he painted for HKwalls 2021. The mural captures details of orchids in white, blue, and orange, with an orange and white stripe pattern and black dots.

The Tallest Antique Building in Sai Kung

CONCEPT

The concept for my mural centered around the tallest antique building in Sai Kung. Instead of depicting a traditional vertical structure, I painted a horizontal building with lush plant growth both inside and out. This design symbolizes the historical and cultural significance of Sai Kung while integrating botanical elements to represent community growth and thriving environments. The mural serves as a perfect blend of heritage and contemporary art, making Man Yee Playground a vibrant society zone for the community.

Mural painted by mural artist Neil Wang, one of the 12 murals, brick wall, nature painting, dot patterns, pink flower buds, beige block, blue and orange blocks. Mural for HKWALLS 2021, in Sai Kung.

INSPIRATION

Historical and Botanical Fusion

The inspiration for this mural came from the rich history and cultural heritage of Sai Kung. I aimed to capture the essence of one of its most iconic antique buildings while infusing it with botanical art. The greenery symbolizes growth, renewal, and the nurturing spirit of the community. By combining historical architecture with contemporary art, the mural not only beautifies the space but also inspires the community to appreciate their cultural roots and embrace growth.

Mural artist Neil Wang wearing a white tank top and khaki shorts is creating his outdoor mural on the brick wall at HKWALLS 2021 using spray paints.
The entire mural, painted by the Hong Kong artist Neil Wang, covers a total of 12 blocks of brick wall. It depicts a horizontal antique and vibrant building with plants attached to it, and growing both inside and outside the building.
Mural artist Neil Wang wearing a white tank on the ladder, is creating his outdoor mural on the brick wall at HKWALLS 2021 using spray paints.
The first three out of 12 murals were painted, including two orchids and a nature mural. The nature mural included white, blue, and orange flower buds with beige, blue, and orange blocks.
Mural artist Neil Wang is using spray paints to paint the mural on brick walls for HKwall 2021 in Sai Kung, wearing a mask and white tank top, and green Nike shorts.