"Steel of Glory: A Knight’s Life of Armor, Blade, and Honor"

"Kapok Flowers in Bloom: Contemporary Lingnan Invitation Exhibition of Prominent Young and Middle-Aged Artists"

Cattle Replaced by Tractor by Zhang Desheng

Exhibition on knighthood

The “Steel of Glory: A Knight’s Life of Armor, Blade, and Honor” exhibition is showcasing the epic saga of European knights, along with their armor, myths, and legends, at the Nanshan Museum.

The exhibition features 140 dazzling pieces, including armor, helmets, breastplates, shields, swords, and other treasures from the 16th and 17th centuries, from the Musei Reali Torino in Italy.

Dates: Through June 22

Venue: Nanshan Museum, Nanshan District (南山博物馆)

Metro: Line 1 or 12 to Taoyuan Station (桃园站), Exit B

Charm of Lingnan culture

“Kapok Flowers in Bloom: Contemporary Lingnan Invitation Exhibition of Prominent Young and Middle-Aged Artists” features works from five talented artists, allowing audiences to experience the vibrant and diverse nature of Lingnan art.

The participating artists — Zheng Apai, Lin Lan, Xu Xiaobin, Chen Junyu, and Xu Dunping — each express their deep understanding and admiration for Lingnan culture through unique artistic observation and techniques.

Dates: Until May 11

Venue: He Xiangning Art Museum, Nanshan District (何香凝美术馆)

Metro: Line 1 to OCT Station (华侨城站), Exit C

Paper-cutting works

“The Glories of the Black Soil” features exquisite paper-cutting works by artists from Fangzheng County, located in Harbin City in Heilongjiang Province.

Some of the exhibits date back to the 1920s, with artisans using scissors to create intricate patterns that depict scenes of rustic life, expressing their yearning for a better life.

Dates: Until May 11

Venue: Shenzhen Art Museum (new division), Longhua District (深圳美术馆（新馆）)

Metro: Line 4 or 6 to Hongshan Station (红山站), Exit A1

Chiharu Shiota

The Jupiter Museum of Art has officially opened its doors to a solo exhibition by acclaimed Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota.” “At the Edge of Fate” represents a significant milestone as it is the final showcase of the Jupiter Museum of Art in the Futian Free Trade Zone.

The exhibition explores the connections between individuals through immersive large-scale installations, inviting visitors on a philosophical journey centered around themes of fate, entanglement, and coexistence.

A particularly poignant installation, “Letters of Love,” invites audience members to leave heartfelt messages meant for their loved ones, creating a profound emotional resonance and transforming art into a bond that connects souls.

Dates: Until June 22

Venue: Jupiter Museum of Art, Futian District (木星美术馆)

Metro: Line 3 to Futian Bonded Area Station (福保站), Exit B

‘Digital Wild’

“The Digital Wild,” a multimedia art exhibition, features five award-winning works by international digital artists who use digital technology to explore the diversity of life and the relationship between technology and nature within an imaginative art ecosystem.

One standout exhibit is “Dream” by Fuse Studio. The audio-visual project comprises 28,748 fragments that together create a two-hour dream narrative, with each frame presenting a different image.

Dates: Through June 6

Venue: City Lounge, B1, T33 All-Time Center, Xili, Nanshan District (南山区T33全时中心)

Metro: Line 5 to Liuxiandong Station (留仙洞站), Exit A

Liu Heung Shing

“Liu Heung Shing: Lens · Era · People” highlights the classic works of the Hong Kong-born photographer, which span decades, capturing significant historical moments and the vibrant scenes of everyday life.

The exhibition features 150 works, including award-winning pieces, from Liu’s illustrious career. Liu was the first chief photojournalist for Time Magazine and the Associated Press to work in Beijing since 1978. His works have earned global recognition, including the Pulitzer Prize for Spot News in 1992 and accolades from the Overseas Press Club of America and Paris Photography.

Dates: Until June 8

Venue: Sea World Culture and Arts Center, Nanshan District (海上世纪艺术中心)

Metro: Line 2 or 12 to Sea World Station (海上世纪站), Exit A

Polish posters

The “Masters of Polish Posters”exhibition focuses on three of the most renowned masters from Poland — Wiktor Górka, Waldemar Świerzy, and Grzegorz Marszałek. With nearly 100 classic works spread across five sections, the exhibition delves into the diverse realms of drama, circus, tourism, and sports culture, showcasing the versatility and creativity of Polish poster design.

Górka employs geometric symbols to convey philosophical metaphors, Świerzy captures the tension of life through flowing brushstrokes, and Marszałek engages in playful visual narratives through intricate graphic design.

Dates: Until June 15

Venue: Shenzhen Art Museum (new division), Longhua District (深圳美术馆（新馆）)

Metro: Line 4 or 6 to Hongshan Station (红山站), Exit A1

‘Meta Nature’

Vibrant abstract paintings and pop collages created by Chinese artist Xue Song are now on display at his “Meta Nature” exhibition. The works in bright colors, set against the backdrop of white walls in the spacious halls, create an enthralling experience for visitors.

The exhibition showcases more than 60 pieces created by Xue in the past four decades. The title “Meta Nature” originates from Xue’s series created in 2019, which conveys a fusion of the physical world, culture, and the digital realm. The series suggests an effort toward harmony with nature while also reflecting the conflict between the natural and the artificial in modern civilization.

Dates: Through June 29

Venue: Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning, Futian District (深圳市当代艺术与城市规划馆)

Metro: Line 3 or 4 to Children’s Palace Station (少年宫站), Exit A2