CityU’s CNAF-funded project “Revisiting Splendor: Macao Imagery Creative” Achievement Exhibition opens today
The “Revisiting Splendor: ‘Macao Imagery’ Creative Achievement Exhibition”, a 2025 China National Arts Fund (CNAF)-supported creative project developed by the Faculty of Innovation and Design (FIAD), City University of Macau (CityU), opened today at the exhibition hall on the 2nd floor of the Convention & Entertainment Centre of the Macao Tower. Centered on the theme of “Macao Imagery”, the exhibition draws upon the city’s “mountain-sea” layout, historical context, urban fabric, and contemporary life, presenting the diverse aspects of Macao as a city where East meets West, through various art forms.
According to Prof. Po-Hsun Wang, project leader and executive associate dean of FIAD, the exhibition moves beyond surface-level depictions of scenery to reframe the city's urban character and cultural essence. He discussed the creative process, noting that inspiration was drawn from the “mountain-sea” layout, cultural memory, and contemporary life, shaping Macao’s cultural image from multiple angles. The project, he explained, aimed to leave behind both the artworks and a lasting platform for artistic exchange between Macao and the Chinese mainland.
In his speech, artist representative Liu Yingwu noted that Macao has a rich cultural landscape, nestled between mountains and sea as an East-meets-West city. Liu explained that the creative design followed the "mountain-sea-city" concept, presenting the city's noble spirit, openness, evolution, and cultural memories. He said the exhibition aims to showcase Macao's spirit and vitality over time, and that hosting it at the Macau Tower gives visitors a broader view of the city’s splendor.
After the speeches, guests officiated at the ribbon-cutting ceremony and toured the exhibition, engaging in discussion on the themes of the works, creative methods, contemporary expression of Macao cultural symbols, and the artistic transformation of urban imagery. The artworks presented Macao’s natural landscapes, historical memories, urban scenes, and humanistic spirit from various perspectives, allowing visitors to reveal the cultural depth and urban charm of Macao through the viewing experience.The exhibition is to be held from May 26, 2026 (Tuesday) to June 2, 2026 (Tuesday) on the 2nd floor, Macao Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre. All are welcome to visit.
Source: Faculty of Innovation and Design
