Hilde Mertens
Contemporary Chinese Calligraphy
“qi”, energy, flow, air, breath, spirit
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Be aware., Explore.
The essence of the universe.
Everywhere.
Which energy to embrace.
Start with curiosity.
Ink Studio is a space to connect with art enthusiasts, businesses and academia to explore the boundaries of culture & art
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“wei”, subtle, tiny, profound, delicate, the small things we hardly see, barely noticeable
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Quiet, there is a deeper layer of wisdom hidden in the smallest things and how meaning is defined and shared. Everything is there. Lean forward, pay attention. The world is full of them, just under the surface, soft shadows, everywhere.
Lingnan University, A Storytelling Project
November 2025
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Together with Professors Feifei Zhou, Julia Chan and our Curator Annie Tsoi, we launched our Storytelling Project for the Ink Meditation Room at the Lingnan M+ Campus.
With an enthusiastic group of MADES students (Master of Arts in Digital English Studies), we have been diving deep into the boundaries of culture, intercultural experiences and dialogue, the impact of storytelling and visual arts. All while taking the road less travelled, moving from writing in a non-native language, to embracing digital tools to expand our spaces of expression while feeling inspired by Chinese calligraphy.​
Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF)
New Partner Onboarding Project on creative thinking, innovation and engagement through art
March 2025
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Bloomberg Ink Studio
Corporate & Philanthropy Event, December 2023
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The Friends of The HK Museum of Arts, Ink Studio,
July 2023
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Le Meridien-Cyberport, Ink Studios
Summer 2023
our curator & project designer
Annie Tsoi
Art Curator & IP Specialist
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Annie is an expert in IIP and a former Secretary General of AIPPI (The International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property). She has an extensive career spanning over three decades as an IP lawyer & advisor. She specialized on ownership and licensing, providing invaluable guidance to clients navigating complex IP matters. Recently, Annie has transitioned her work into the art and creative industries, leveraging her legal background to support artistic endeavors.​
​As an Art Curator, Annie advises and supports artists in the organization and curation of exhibitions. For the Belgian Days 2025, she serves as Curator and Project Director of the Hilde Mertens “Ink Meditation Room” exhibition. This unique Calligraphy Installation fosters collaboration among artists, professionals and Hong Kong blue chip companies, bringing together diverse voices around art, culture, and storytelling.