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Care and Love – Art for Charity

Care and Love – Art for Charity 2024 – The 10th Year of Commitment Beneficiary: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 🎨✨ As 2024 is about to a close, I pause to reflect on a decade of giving back—a journey that began 10 years ago with a simple intention: to combine my passion for art with the […]

Continuing the Spirit of Craftsmanship – Inheritance and Innovation of Hand-Carved Mahjong Skills 《延續匠人精神 —— 手雕麻雀技藝傳承與革新》項目誕生了!

The “Inheritance and Innovation of Hand-Carved Mahjong Skills” project aims to preserve and develop traditional skills. After three years of hard work and investment, we are committed to promoting the continuation of this cultural heritage. This project includes “A Study of Hand-Carving Mahjong Tiles” which includes i) Hong Kong’s First Hand-carved Mahjong Guidebook (Chinese Version) and 15 episodes of […]

Beyond Borders of Mahjong Exhibition Rotates to Kuala Lumpur Lasting until 28/1/2025

Experience a never-seen-before insight into the visual beauty of mahjong tiles with this ‘The Art of Mahjong Craft x Photography Exhibition’ which takes an intimate look at what is involved in the traditional art of hand-carved mahjong tiles through photography, imaginative illustrations and painting to reveal the hidden story of such ‘intangible cultural heritage’, which is also […]

“Voyage with Ambassadors 2” TV Program: Meet the Consul General of Malaysia, Nov 2024
We had the great pleasure of welcoming the Consul General of Malaysia in Hong Kong for an inspiring day of mahjong crafting and coloring! His visit was filled with warmth and kindness, offering us valuable insights into Malaysian culture. Mahjong craftsmanship is a beautiful blend of tradition and creativity, and we explored how to infuse [...]
“Mahjong Wanderlust HK Theme” Design featured in WereldMuseum’s exhibition until Year 2026

We are honored to announce that our “Mahjong Wanderlust Hong Kong” theme design has been selected to be featured in a prestigious exhibition at the Wereldmuseum in Rotterdam. The grand opening kicked off on Thursday, October 11, in the Netherlands. The Wereldmuseum is a collaboration partner of the National Museum for World Cultures, focusing on […]

New Box Design of Creative Mahjong Workshop

We’re very delighted to introduce our newly designed gift box, enhancing your mahjong coloring experience. This workshop offers a unique blend of art and culture, immersing you in the vibrant atmosphere of Hong Kong. Explore beautiful blessing patterns and personalize your own set of tiles, including a hand-carved “One Bamboo” and four circle tiles of […]

Wall Art “Mahjong Ventures: A Tapestry of Lives” in New York City

We are excited to see that the wall art, “Mahjong Ventures: A Tapestry of Lives,” is now on display at Sparrow Nest’s Studio in New York City! This piece is a heartfelt tribute to the global mahjong community, featuring intricate skylines from Europe, Tokyo, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and New York City. It beautifully illustrates players […]

Mahjong Wanderlust – Northern Europe | Sweden Theme

We are delighted to share our continued travel journey to the next chapter of our Mahjong Wanderlust Collections, inspired by the enchanting landscapes of Northern Europe, with a special focus on Sweden! Imagine traditional mahjong artistry seamlessly blending with the minimalist elegance of Scandinavian design. This collection is more than just a game; it’s a […]

Hong Kong Story: Antique Mahjong Tile Polishing Machines 香港故事:麻雀牌打磨機的溫馨回憶

The making of mahjong tiles not only reflects the exquisite craftsmanship of artisans but also serves as a vessel for our intangible cultural heritage. The mahjong manufacturing  process listed in Hong Kong’s ‘intangible cultural heritage’ involves more than the well-known “hand carving,” including machine grinding and polishing. Once, my family’s uncle skillfully crafted these delicate tiles […]

Collect, Discard, Shuffle

In 2022, we were thrilled to receive an invitation from a senior graphic design student, Jacqueline at Boston University, to support her thesis project. The book, Collect, Discard, Shuffle, is an exceptional exploration of mahjong. Inspired by the dynamic nature of mahjong, Jacqueline explored how the game deepens family connections and transcends cultural barriers. Her […]

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