Equal ARTpportunities

“Fringe Shanghai” has presented, between early October and mid November 2007, a program called “Equal ARTpportunities”, a series of art exhibitions, shows and workshops by and about Special Artists. This very special program aimed at both enhancing dis-ability awareness through participatory artistic activities, and advocating an inclusive society and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Embracing Life (II) Painting Exhibition

Works by physically and mentally                Works by special artists Hu Yi Wen (left)
challenged students from Hong Kong        from Shanghai and Liu Tung Mui (right) from
and Guangzhou were an integral part         Hong Kong were on display at the Exhibition.
of the Exhibition.

Ni Gao Olympics Ceramics Exhibition

“The Olympic Torch”, a clay work   “The Football”, also created by mentally created by a mentally challenged artist   challenged artists
from Hong Kong

Creative Workshop


Participants were guided by Liu Tung Mui, a special artist, in exploring painting and sculpting under various physical restrictions.

Dance is for Everyone Workshop


Participants, whether or not they were physically challenged, learned to appreciate their bodies and created a wonderful dance together in the Workshop.

Touch of the Sound Workshop


Guided by a visually impaired artist from Hong Kong, participants engaged in games and exercises of sound communication.

Visual Communication Workshop


Facilitated by a hearing impaired artist, this Workshop helped participants discover how to communicate with the world solely through the sense of sight.