The exhibition “The Magic of Lines: Serge Bloch’s Wonderland of Picture Books” opened at the “•Art Space” in Nape and at the Navy Yard No.1 & No. 2. in Barra yesterday, serving as one of the highlights of the 2nd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival (MICAF).
The “•Art Space” is the first-floor terrace of the Macao Cultural Centre (CCM).
Jointly presented by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) and MGM, the exhibition is open to the public for free, with the Barra exhibition scheduled to run until 14 September, while the exhibition at CCM’s first-floor terrace art space will be held until 7 October, according to IC.
The exhibition invites visitors of all ages to join the imaginative space crafted by French illustrator Serge Bloch. The space is infused with enchanting lines, setting up to embark on an artistic journey full of imagination, joy and inspiration, as well as uncover the subtle yet precious moments of life.
Bloch is a highly renowned and humorous contemporary illustrator, children’s picture book author and visual artist. His unique charm lies in the skillful fusion of simple, lively lines with the collage of everyday objects, transforming ordinary fruits, vegetables and daily necessities into artistic materials. His works intuitively present the nuances of life and profound themes.
Meanwhile, “The Magic of Lines: Serge Bloch’s Wonderland of Picture Books” showcases the artist’s signature humorous style and vibrant line art in full. Spanning over ten topics, the exhibition combines artistic displays with interactive games, creating a picture book playground for playing, watching and learning. Visitors who collect exclusive stamps from all three sections can exchange them for a set of exquisite illustrated stickers.
For more information about this exhibition and the various activities it comes with, visit the Macao Museum of Art’s (MAM) website or the exhibition’s official page on MGM’s website. Furthermore, visit MICAF’s official page on IC’s website for more information about the children’s arts festival. – GNM
Image: IC
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