Pocket Art, Hong Kong's first art collection card exhibition, will take place at PMQ from May 29 to June 21, 2025. Curated by local artist armechan, the show features 10 local and overseas artists presenting over 50 original works reimagined as trading cards. Visitors can purchase collectable card packs with rarity tiers including Common, Rare, Super Rare, Signature Rare, and Original Rare hand-painted cards. The exhibition also offers on-site grading and authentication by Grading Eleven Authentication, limited-edition streetwear co-created with local fashion brand Grocery, and free admission.
This exhibition matters because it bridges the booming trading card hobby with contemporary visual art, making artworks physically accessible and affordable to a broader audience. By transforming the traditional gallery experience into an interactive, swap-friendly format, Pocket Art challenges the exclusivity of the art world and invites new collectors to engage with art in a playful, low-barrier way. It also highlights Hong Kong's vibrant local art scene and the growing trend of merging pop culture collectibles with fine art.