DATE
Saturday, January 14, 2022
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION
Arc'teryx West Edmonton
#2846, 8882 170 St NW
Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2
ABOUT PAUL GIANG
Paul Giang is a Hoa-Canadian born and raised in Edmonton. Paul has studied under a master caligrapher since 2017, caligraphy now serves as the main medium for his art practice. His work has been exhibited locally at Mile Zero Dance Society, CO*LAB, and Edmonton Nuite Blanche. He is an avid cyclist, bird watcher and water polo player.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE LUNAR NEW YEAR ENVELOPE
A red envelope (hongbao in Mandarin, lai see in Cantonese, and ang pow in Hokkien) is a gift of money inserted into an ornate red pocket of paper. They are given on some important occasions, such as Chinese New Year, birthdays, and weddings in China and some other Asian countries as a way to send good wishes. The color red symbolizes energy, happiness, and good luck in Chinese cultures. Traditional red envelopes are often decorated with beautiful Chinese calligraphy and symbols.
Actually, the significance of red envelopes is the red paper, not the money inside. Wrapping lucky money in red envelopes is expected to bestow more happiness and blessings on the receivers.”
Source: https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/festivals/red-envelop.htm
*It is important to note that although red envelopes are a Chinese tradition, there are other cultures that celebrate Lunar New Year and we encourage you to get curious and learn about other LNY traditions as well!
MEANING OF THE AQUA COLORED ENVELOPE
The aqua colored envelope we are sharing this year takes inspiration form the traditional "Qing" colour, which is tightly connected to the mountains and nature in ancient paintings.
We respectfully acknowledge that we operate on Treaty Six territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples. Including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/ Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.