In 2023, Harbour City opens its doors to more international art communities to satisfy all art lovers! The first art project partners with the renowned Italian Cracking Art group, who will host its first eco-public art exhibition in Hong Kong on their 30th anniversary. From 31 January to 28 February, over 90 animal sculptures made from recyclable plastic will be on display across 8 different locations in Harbour City, indoors and out, from Ocean Terminal Forecourt to Ocean Terminal Deck, Seaview Balcony in Ocean Centre and more. These vibrant installations certainly shine a light on the bustling shopping mall.
Placing eye-catching animal sculptures in busy international cities, Cracking Art aims to arouse people’s attention to the intense relationship between nature and artificial plastic through public art and inspire a community-wide conversation about the importance of recycling. What’s more, each design is conceived as a symbolic message about the species itself and our relationship with nature. For example, Beagle is the unfortunate dog breed which has been picked for animal testing; Penguin has been the great sufferer of global warming; while the Crocodile and Sea Turtle are two of the oldest creatures on Earth.
In addition to the unexpected encounters with Rabbit, Elephant, Penguin, Beagle, European Cat, Sea Turtle, Bear and Crocodile by Cracking Art in Harbour City, visitors are welcome to print the exclusive Personalised Photo Postcard and join the Eco-friendly Product Charity Redemption to raise funds for World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). All proceeds will be donated to support wildlife conservation and education work. To continue the mission of Cracking Art Group of minimizing waste and reducing the environmental impact, the sculptures will be returned after the exhibition and will be displayed in other cities.
The Energetic Rabbit Group
Meet and greet the 19 lively rabbits including 3 giant rabbits of 2.5-meter-tall, having fun on the lawn along the Victoria Harbour. Many more are enjoying the spring breeze.
Venue: Ocean Terminal Forecourt
The Bears Family
A family of 12 lovely bears gather at the “kids playground” and explore the world together with the kids.
Venue: Atrium, G/F Ocean Terminal
The Long Living Elephants
A pair of majestic 2-meter-tall elephants are resting on the lawn, recalling their beautiful life in the savanna.
Venue: Ocean Terminal Deck
The Cute Penguin Swirl
Due to climate change, 20 cute penguins are looking for a new home this spring. They arrive at Harbour City observatory deck to enjoy the splendid harbour views.
Venue: Ocean Terminal Deck
The “Living Fossil” Crocodile
Watch out! An enormous 5-meter-long crocodile also arrives by water to sunbathe at Ocean Terminal Deck.
Venue: Ocean Terminal Deck
The Playful Beagle Family
12 playful beagles are wandering around, deciding where to start shopping in Harbour City. Oops! Can you help the one that’s been left behind?
Venue: Ocean Terminal Lobby
The Elegant European Cat Couples
The elegant European cats sit in pairs at the Seaview Balcony, beside Gallery by the Harbour, where they can enjoy the art exhibition and stunning harbour view.
Venue: Seaview Balcony, Level 2, Ocean Centre
The Downshifting Sea Turtles
After enjoying a swim in Victoria Harbour, a dozen sea turtles arrive at Ocean Centre and quickly enter the
mall.
Venue: Terrace, Level 4, Ocean Centre
