‘My Forbidden Room’
Nalok.Lok Illustrated Book Exhibition
An introspective event, the captivating exhibition and workshops showcase Nalok.Lok's illustrated book, "My Forbidden Room", which serves as a gateway into the depths of imagination and emotion.
Here, the darkly enchanting illustrations of Nalok.Lok, the therapeutic art of Cindy and the soul-stirring music of Melody Wu converge in a singular experience. It is a journey through the corridors of the human psyche, where you make personal discoveries through art, music, and therapy.
About the Creators
Meet the creative minds fuelling this journey: Nalok.Lok, the master of dark-themed illustrated tales; Cindy, blending art and therapy; and Melody Wu, harmonising music with visuals.
Naloklok
Nalok.Lok
Hong Kong Society of Illustrators Committee Member & Illustrator
Nalok.Lok, or Kwan Wai-lok, is a celebrated creator of dark-themed illustrated books. He wraps the grim realities of life in the guise of fairy tales, sprinkled with societal satire and reflecting the fragility of the human psyche. Honoured as "Illustrator of the Year" by the Japanese Illustrators Association in 2023, he has contributed his talent to social welfare organisations, enriching our community and society. Nalok.Lok dedicates himself to educating emerging artists, promoting the evolution of artistic expression.
Melody
Melody Wu
singer-songwriter
Melody merges sound design and music composition, skillfully blending auditory and visual storytelling in illustrated books and more. She crafts soundscapes that deepen narrative immersion, merging seamlessly with visuals for a multi-sensory experience. Leading workshops that explore sound-image synergy, Melody inspires creators to push creative boundaries. Her work champions the power of art to surpass visual limits, resonating universally.
Cindy
Cindy
Registered Arts Therapist (AThR)
Cindy, a Registered Arts Therapist with ANZACATA, dedicates herself to enhancing mental wellness through Expressive Arts Therapy. Tapping her sensitivity, creativity and compassion, she harnesses the arts' therapeutic and expressive potential to help individuals channel their emotions and connect with the world. Working with NGOs and in educational settings, Cindy aspires to empower individuals towlards their own enlightening paths of self-discovery and healing.
Events
Step into a realm where art, music, and emotional exploration converge, offering a series of events designed to inspire, heal, and transform.
