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SJM Presents “Celebration of Art & Culture ─ Artistic Lantern Festival”

Presented by SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) in collaboration with the Macau Artist Society and coordinated by the Macau Youth Art Association, the “Celebration of Art & Culture - Artistic Lantern Festival” officially kicked off after today’s ceremony held at Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau (“Grand Lisboa Palace”).
Presented by SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) in collaboration with the Macau Artist Society and coordinated by the Macau Youth Art Association, the “Celebration of Art & Culture – Artistic Lantern Festival” officially kicked off after today’s ceremony held at Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau (“Grand Lisboa Palace”). The exhibition, featuring nine bespoke lantern installations co-created by 14 local artists, is the first iteration of what will become an annual cultural event for Macau.
 
 
The occasion was officiated by Mr. Wan Sucheng, Director General of Department of Publicity and Culture of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macau SAR; Ms. Leong Wai Man, Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government; Mr. Ricky Hoi, Deputy Director of Macao Government Tourism Office; Ms. Daisy Ho, Managing Director of SJM; Mr. Lok Hei, President of Macau Artist Society and Mr. Lai Sio Kit, Chairman of Macau Youth Art Association. Artists participating in the festival and Macao Tourism Mascot ‘MAK MAK’ also attended to support and witness the inauguration.
 
 
Ms. Daisy Ho, Managing Director of SJM, remarked, “In celebration of the National Day, we brought together seasoned and fledgling talents in Macau to create these one-of-a-kind Chinese lantern installations from creative minds that span generations and bridge multiple genres, paying tribute to the sophistication of Chinese heritage, innovation and perpetuation of traditional artisanal excellence. These works of art celebrate our traditional family value of togetherness as well as our deep love for the country. This event will become a regular addition to our yearly calendar, through which SJM will support local creative industries and draw from “tourism + art and culture” synergy to enhance the city’s reputation and attract visitors.
 
 
Mr. Lok Hei, President of the Macau Artist Society, said, “With the 73rd Anniversary of the National Day just around the corner, the Artistic Lantern Festival provides a perfect opportunity to honour the age-old Chinese tradition of appreciating the beauty of lanterns as a family activity. It also marks a time for all Macau residents and visitors to come together and enjoy the beautiful lights amid pandemic stress. Our young and seasoned artists have together created exceptional works that are truly one of a kind, showcasing the intersection between traditional art and modern creativity, and especially the importance of cultural preservation.”
 
 
Mr. Lai Sio Kit, Chairman of Macau Youth Art Association said, “As one of the most iconic symbols of Chinese festivity, lanterns can reflect regional characteristics and customs through their shapes, colours and materials. Besides lighting up the night and their festive connotations, traditional lanterns also symbolise happiness and reunion. Through collaboration with our seniors at Macau Artist Society, the inheritance of timeless traditional techniques, and the ingenuity of modern multimedia, this event merges strengths from all genres to create this dazzling and creative display. I hope that we can light up every corner of Macau and offer an exceptional cultural experience to all our citizens and tourists.”
 
 
To celebrate the National Day of the People’s Republic of China, the “Celebration of Art & Culture – Artistic Lantern Festival” event will introduce a series of engaging activities for the local community, including an artistic lantern exhibition and guided tours, interactive AR games, as well as lantern-making workshops to showcase the artisanal skills of traditional lantern art.
 
 
Lantern Tours
Guests can join a guided tour led by specially trained SJM staff to garner a deeper understanding of the concept of the event, learn about lantern art traditions, and Macau’s unique cultural features. Moreover, SJM is also inviting local charity organisations and students from educational institutions to join its group tours, with the aim of promoting and fostering art and culture among underprivileged communities and youngsters. The guided lantern tour is available twice daily at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. for members of the public to join for free at Jardim Secreto.
 
 
Interactive AR games
Cooperating with local technology company Barra Studio, SJM has commissioned a series of interactive AR games based on the uniqueness of each lantern artwork. Guests can enjoy an enhanced experience through the immersive fun-filled activities. They can also complete certain photo challenges to win various prizes, including discounts or gifts for dining, spa, and shopping at Grand Lisboa Palace and Grand Lisboa.
 
 
Lantern-making Workshops
On 1 October, Chinese National Day, GLP Art Workshops will launch a Chinese National Day Lantern Making Workshop. Children can share the joy of making lanterns with their parents, under the skilful guidance of an expert from the Macau Artist Society, and learn about tradition and culture. A string of exciting workshops follow in October weekends, including: Ceramic Tea Set Painting, Chinese Cooking and Ukulele Building and Painting workshops. With workshops starting at MOP150 per session, they are great DIY mementos to mark the Chinese National Day. For reservations or inquiries, please call (853) 8881 0711 or approach The Gift Shop. Seats are limited and subject to availability on a first come, first serve basis.
 
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