"City of Lights" Keith Macgregor Exhibition

Overview

Blue Lotus Gallery is proud to present "City of Lights," an exhibition by photographer Keith Macgregor. This showcase features hundreds of previously unpublished photographs documenting Hong Kong's iconic neon-drenched skyline from the 1990s through the early 2000s, offering a profound reflection on the city's visual history and its evolution.

Highlights

• Rare Historical Archives: View a vast collection of photographs from the peak era of Hong Kong's neon culture, when over 100,000 neon signs illuminated the night sky.
• Cultural Preservation: The exhibition dives deep into the stories behind the neon—the craftsmanship, the engineers, and the artisans who built this visual landscape.
• Bridging Past and Present: Presented in collaboration with Tetra Neon Exchange (TNX), the project explores how the neon spirit is being reinterpreted by new-generation artists, ensuring the legacy continues in innovative forms.
• Visual Legacy: Described by heritage experts as one of the most comprehensive photographic records of Hong Kong’s street and neon signage history, vital for current preservation efforts.

About the Photographer

Keith Macgregor captures the raw energy of a city defined by neon, transforming what he once took for granted as "city wallpaper" into a poignant archive of disappearing memories and ever-changing urban landscapes.

Venue & Access

• Venue: Blue Lotus Gallery
• Address: 28 Pound Lane, Tai Ping Shan, Hong Kong
• Access: Located in the Tai Ping Shan area, easily accessible by a short walk from Central or Sheung Wan MTR stations.