Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast
Presented by the British Council at the Bookstore Gallery, this exhibition, co-curated by Nick Yu and Junko Asano, explores the complexities and beauty of childhood through a blend of contemporary art and emerging creative works.
- When
2 Jul 2026 - 15 Nov 2026 10:00 - 19:00
- Location
British Council
Hong Kong Island Admiralty Central and Western
3 Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong
- Lisa Milroy · Artist
- Wendy McMurdo · Artist
- Michael Heindorff · Artist
- Elisabeth Frink · Artist
- John Bellany · Artist
- Tirzah Garwood · Artist
- Gillian Ayres · Artist
- Justine Smith · Artist
- Florence Yuk-ki Lee · Artist
- Chan Wai Lap · Artist
Exhibition Overview
The British Council in Hong Kong proudly presents its third art exhibition at the Bookstore Gallery, titled "Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast." Co-curated by Nick Yu and Junko Asano, this exhibition invites visitors to reconsider the intricate layers of childhood and the tensions inherent in growing up, viewed through the lens of contemporary art.
The title draws inspiration from "Alice in Wonderland," specifically the White Queen’s belief in achieving "six impossible things before breakfast." Through this thematic lens, the exhibition serves as a gateway to imaginative storytelling, encouraging viewers to rediscover the curiosity and wonder that often fade with time.
Highlights
Featuring a curated selection of works from the British Council Collection alongside pieces by emerging Hong Kong artists, the exhibition employs diverse media, including painting, photography, and printmaking. The works collectively explore themes of play, imagination, anxiety, and desire, offering a critical look at the contemporary state of childhood. By showcasing these pieces, the exhibition underscores the vital importance of preserving spaces for children to play, imagine, and create freely.
Featured Artists
The exhibition features an impressive roster of artists:
- UK-based artists: Lisa Milroy, Wendy McMurdo, Michael Heindorff, Elisabeth Frink, John Bellany, Tirzah Garwood, Gillian Ayres, and Justine Smith.
- Hong Kong artists: Florence Yuk-ki Lee and Chan Wai Lap, who contribute works reflecting on their personal childhood memories and experiences growing up in Hong Kong.
Venue & Access
The exhibition is hosted at the Bookstore Gallery within the British Council.
- Address: 3 Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong.
- Transportation: Located near Admiralty MTR Station, accessible via Pacific Place.
Ticketing
Admission to this exhibition is free. We invite the public to explore these evocative works and join the conversation on the beauty and complexity of childhood.
