Hol Lo Co.
Duration
3 min
Venue
Tai Kwun F-Hall Studio
Ho Lol Co. is a projection mapping project set at Tai Kwun, Hong Kong’s historic cultural landmark. The name, written as 好地道, refers both to a street (as in the animation’s first scene, modelled after a street sign), and phonetically hints at “very local,” with a playful nod to “LOL” and “Co.” as our team/company.
The work transforms Tai Kwun’s brick façade into a vibrant canvas inspired by retro pixel art games. Drawing from Hong Kong’s classic Cha Chaan Teng cafés, the animation depicts a typical day—from morning rush, lunch, teatime, to evening bustle—highlighting the lively and sometimes chaotic bustle of these beloved local eateries. The team members become playful game characters, taking on waitress and chef roles, with our HP bars humorously depleting with each shift. Hidden among the pixel art scenes are clever visual references to Cha Chaan Teng slang, like “pretty girl” as congee, or “handsome guy” as rice, inviting the audience to spot and decipher these local jargons. Behind the kitchen, a food factory processes these codes into funny, literal meanings.
By merging tradition and modern digital art, Ho Lol Co. presents Tai Kwun as a place not only for history, but for fun, nostalgia, and the spirit of Hong Kong’s everyday life.
Animation:
- Cherry Sum
- Maya Yang
- Yoyo Yeung
Sound Design:
- Chloe Wong
Students from Hong Kong Baptist University
Cherry Sum
Animation
Cherry Sum is a multidisciplinary artist. Her practice encompasses a wide range of media, including animation, multimedia installations, interactive and immersive experiences, and robotics.
Deeply inspired by the power of storytelling, Cherry makes works that evoke emotional connections and encourage reflection on both personal and societal narratives. Particularly interested in immersive platforms, she hopes to blur the boundaries between virtual and real worlds, inviting audiences to engage through movement, senses, and direct participation.
Cherry’s recent projects often bridge playfulness and meaning, using interactivity to transform audiences from passive viewers to active participants.
Maya Yang
Animation
Yamaya is an illustrator and a photographer, who specializing in visual communication, using illustration and photography to craft compelling narratives. She explores the intersection of art and technology, employing innovative approaches to create impactful visuals.
Yoyo Yeung
Animation
Yoyo is a 3D and graphic designer. She has been exploring 2D and 3D design as well as motion graphics, building a foundation across these creative disciplines. She is particularly interested in creating visually engaging designs and motion work. She has developed skills in graphic design, 3D modeling, and motion composition. She enjoys experimenting with form, color, and movement to create dynamic and expressive visual outcomes.
Chloe Wong
Sound Design
Chloe is a passionate Arts & Technology artist specializing in sound, dedicated to merging audio with multimedia art to create immersive experiences. She is committed to exploring innovative applications of sound in interactive media and immersive environments. She was part of the support team responsible for sound design in the East Kowloon Cultural Centre's program Just Kid-ing which enriched the interactive show with a rich auditory experience. Her goal is to continue developing groundbreaking audio experiences that engage audiences on a deeper level. Whether through experimental sound design, multimedia installations, or live performances, she aims to push the boundaries of how sound is perceived and integrated into artisti