Neon Superstitions
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THIS Gallery 108 East Broadway (alley entrance), Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 1V9
Image courtesy of THIS Gallery
Liang Wang
Neon Superstitions
Neon Superstitions is a series of paintings that explore the persistence of belief, ritual, and symbolism in contemporary urban life. Drawing from scenes in Vancouver’s Chinatown, the works feature neon signage, beckoning cats, Guan Gong statues, and shopfront displays — symbols that blur the lines between commerce, faith, and folklore. These icons, often found in everyday spaces, become visual cues for protection, fortune, and justice, especially within diasporic communities.
Artist Bio
Liang Wang (b.1992) is a Taiwanese-Canadian artist based in Vancouver whose work explores themes of cultural identity, urban space, and symbolism. Raised between cultures, Wang draws on his personal background and lived experiences to examine how belief systems, traditions, and visual languages are adapted across geographies.
There will be an opening reception on Saturday, July 5 from noon - 4 PM.
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