Lui Shou-Kwan: Bridging Tradition and Abstraction in Hong Kong’s New Ink Art Lui Shou-Kwan (1919–1975) stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of Chinese art, particularly within the context of 20th-century Hong Kong. His career wasn't simply one of painting; it was a deliberate and transformative act – a fusion of deeply rooted traditional ink techniques with burgeoning abstract influences, ultimately forging what became known as the Hong Kong (Asian) New Ink Movement. Born in Guangzhou during a period of immense social and political upheaval, Lui’s journey to Hong Kong in 1948 marked a…