About
MetaObjects is an art and technology studio based in Hong Kong.
Formed in 2017, MetaObjects aims to facilitate digital production with artists and cultural institutions. Working with VR/AR, AI, 3D printing, motion-capture, audiovisual production, software and web development, MetaObjects seeks to encourage the sharing of knowledge of new digital tools and processes. Through close collaborations, MetaObjects builds a deep understanding of the possibilities of new technologies to help realize complex creative projects to a high standard of production. Working across cultural, education and commercial sectors, MetaObjects helps to bridge the gaps in knowledge to nurture the development of artistic works.
Andrew Crowe (Co-Founder and Technical Director) is a technologist and software engineer with over 20 years commercial experience working in London. He has worked as Principal Developer for a financial company, start-ups and agencies, and applies his skills to a variety of creative projects across a range of advanced technologies. He works with Prof. Scott Hessels at City University, and Prof. Christopher Keyes at Hong Kong Baptist University on developing artistic research projects. Andrew brings technical expertise, problem-solving and professionalism to tackle complex creative projects.
Ashley Lee Wong (Co-Founder and Artistic Director) is a curator and researcher with over 15 years experience in the art and cultural sector in the UK and Hong Kong. She is Assistant Professor of Cultural Studies at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. She completed a PhD at the School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong and an MA at Goldsmiths University of London. She has worked as Head of Programmes and Operations at Sedition, the online platform for distributing digital limited editions by contemporary artists. Her unique experience gives her deep insight into the international developments and opportunities for artists working in art and technology.
Our Collaborators
Artists
- Lu Yang
- Samson Young
- Helen Knowles
- Phoebe Hui
- Wong Kit Yi
- Sheung Yiu
- Hochi Lau
- Lau Wai
- Enoch Cheng
- Carla Chan
- Rachel Monosov
- Ryo Ikeshiro
- Isaac Chong Wai
- Gordon Cheung
- Wang Xin
- Yarli Allison
- Clon & NWRMNTC
- Natalie Lo Lai Lai
Cultural institutions
- M+
- Tai Kwun
- K11
- Hong Kong Design Center
- Liverpool Biennial
- DE SARTHE Gallery
- Garage Museum
- Rockbund Art Museum
- Asia Art Archive
- Para Site Art Centre
- Sonar Hong Kong
- Videotage
Education
- Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts
- City University of Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Baptist University
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- University of Melbourne
- Pratt Institute New York
- Toronto Metropolitan University
- Goldsmiths University of London
- Liverpool John Moores University
Commercial
- Wheelock Properties
- Sun Hung Kai Properties