[SATA Extra] Bio-Art Workshop

Event Overview

Bio-art might seem like an abstract field of scientific research, but we live in constant symbiosis with microbial partners every day; our bodies are walking laboratories! Organized by the "SATA Summer Academy," this workshop starts with premium tea leaves from the historic "Kee Heung Chun Tea Company" in Kennedy Town, guiding participants to connect with community and nature while exploring the possibilities of bio-art.

Highlights

• Discover Bio-Art: A gentle introduction to the intersection of microorganisms and art, transforming science into creative expression.
• Local Connection: Using local tea leaves as a medium to explore the delicate relationship between place and ecology.
• Hands-on Experience: Collaborate with "SCOBY" (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast) to brew your own unique batch of Kombucha.
• Observe Life Processes: Learn the principles of bio-fermentation and observe how time transforms materials to create unique flavors.

Ticketing & Registration

• Registration: Spots are limited; please register via the art-mate online platform.
• Fees: The workshop is free, but a HKD 50 deposit is required. The deposit will be refunded automatically after the event.
• Important Notes:
  • All materials are provided. After the workshop, the Kombucha requires approximately 14 days of fermentation at home.
  • Suitable for ages 12 and up.
  • Kombucha contains probiotics, caffeine, and traces of alcohol. Pregnant women, children, individuals with gastrointestinal sensitivities, or those with specific health conditions should consult a physician before consumption.