On January 9, the 6th BIGGER Art Book Fair (Dongguan) officially opened at One Mall in Dongguan’s Nancheng District. Themed "Paper's charm comes from the east", the five-day event will run until January 13, featuring over 30 exciting art and cultural activities.
📅 Date: January 9-13, 2025
📌 Venue: Dongguan · One Mall
🎫 Ticket: 38¥/人
Over 100 artists gather in Dongguan
This year's art book fair offers a carefully curated lineup, including 1 art marketplace、8 thematic exhibitions spanning 15 zones、6 special content units、3 Co-creat projects、2 art installations, and over 10 talks and workshops.
The fair brings together over 100 artists from 33 cities across 10 countries, presenting a cultural feast of knowledge and art for visitors.
Notably, this year's BIGGER Art Book Fair has doubled both its exhibition area and the number of exhibitors in the art marketplace compared to last year. The expanded space accommodates more artists and vendors, creating a more vibrant atmosphere.
Visitor (Prof. Kai Hartrampf)
Prof.Kai Hartrampf, a professor from Germany at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, was invited to attend the BIGGER Art Book Fair with his students. What interested him most was the "MetroSung" exhibition. He is deeply passionate about typography and layout design, which are key focuses in his courses. He said, "It's truly worthwhile to see Ko Chi Kin's works here and to hear his thoughts on typography design. I believe it's something everyone can learn from."
Youth Inspire (Roger)
Roger, a curator from Dongguan and representative of Youth Inspire, expressed his excitement about the fair's return. "Compared to last year, this expanded space feels like a breathing art ecosystem. As a Dongguan native, I’m proud to see more major exhibitions choosing Dongguan, a trendy and youthful city."
Mint and Hot spring（He Xiaohe）
International exhibitions debut in Dongguan
This year's fair emphasizes international and regional cultural exchange, showcasing artworks from Russia, France, Germany, and other countries. Several internationally renowned exhibitions are debuting in Dongguan, offering visitors a distinctive cultural experience.
The French publisher Éditions du Livre brings its immersive installation Butterfly Printer to Dongguan for the first time, creating a unique experiential space.
Special Guests and Events
Renowned Chinese young painter Wang Mengsha also held a book signing and shared insights into her creative journey. "This is my first exhibition in Dongguan, and I'm deeply inspired by the city's blend of novelty, unique charm, and vibrant life," Wang shared. "The exhibition provides a wonderful platform for meaningful exchange."
BIGGER Art Book Fair (Dongguan)
This marks the second consecutive year that the BIGGER Art Book Fair has been held in Dongguan, reflecting the city's dedication to cultural development and its ambition to create a "Trendy Dongguan" as a cultural brand.
As an emerging first-tier city, Dongguan has been actively fostering a strong cultural identity by integrating policies and resources to innovate new "reading + consumption" scenarios, continuously expanding the boundaries of trends and art.
