Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts Special Exhibition "Michael Craig-Martin: Everyday. Decoded"
A mobile phone, a pair of headphones, a chair—seemingly ordinary everyday objects—are transformed under the brush of artist Michael Craig-Martin into a visual language woven from vibrant colors and clean lines, redefining the way we see the world. This exhibition is Craig-Martin's first major solo show in Taiwan, co-curated by the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts and the artist's team. It comprehensively presents his creative journey of over 50 years, bringing together classic works, outdoor sculptures, digital creations, and new works to be unveiled for the first time in 2026, leading audiences to deeply explore how this important figure in British contemporary art has profoundly influenced global art development.
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｜Exhibition Dates｜2026.10.03 - 2027.03.07
｜Exhibition Hours｜Tuesday to Sunday, 09:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and Lunar New Year's Eve). Last admission for special exhibitions is 5:00 PM.
｜Exhibition Venue｜Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
｜Official Website｜https://www.kmfa.gov.tw/Exhibition.aspx
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KMFA Special Exhibition "Michael Craig-Martin: Everyday. Decoded"
The first large-scale solo exhibition in Taiwan by the "Godfather of British Contemporary Art" Michael Craig-Martin
Spanning half a century of creative journey, from classics to the latest works, step into the master's colorful world that transforms the everyday!
A mobile phone, a pair of headphones, a chair – seemingly ordinary everyday objects, under the brush of artist Michael Craig-Martin, transform into a visual language interwoven with vibrant colors and clean lines, redefining the way we view the world.
This exhibition is Craig-Martin's first large-scale solo exhibition in Taiwan, co-curated by the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts and the artist's team. It fully presents his creative journey of over 50 years, bringing together classic works, outdoor sculptures, digital creations, and new works to be unveiled for the first time in 2026, leading the audience to deeply explore how this important representative figure of British contemporary art has profoundly influenced global art development.
Starting October 3rd, you are invited to step into the exhibition at the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, and between the familiar and the unfamiliar, rediscover how extraordinary your everyday objects are, and embark on a new dialogue about art, aesthetics, and life!
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Exhibition Guidelines
- No eating or drinking in the exhibition halls. Please do not bring water bottles/drinks, food, or umbrellas into the halls. We recommend checking these items before entry.
- Do not touch any exhibits or frames in the exhibition halls.
- General photography for personal, non-commercial use is permitted in the museum, but video recording and live streaming are not allowed. When taking photos, please do not use flash, tripods, selfie sticks, 360-degree panoramic cameras, or other auxiliary equipment.
- When taking photos, please do not cross lines or affect the viewing rights of others. Please also be mindful of personal and exhibit safety, and ensure your behavior complies with public order, good customs, and legal regulations.
- Personal sketching: You may bring sketchbooks smaller than A3, pencils, and drawing boards for sketching. To maintain exhibition order and flow, please ensure you do not disturb other visitors.
- Re-entry stamps are available at the special exhibition entrance/exit. On the same day, you can re-enter with this stamp and your ticket stub.
- Last entry time for special exhibitions is 17:00.
Usage Restrictions
- Once any item or gift in a package ticket has been redeemed, no refunds or returns will be accepted.
- Please be sure to note the operating hours of the redemption store. If you cannot redeem during that period, please redeem during other normal operating hours within the validity period.
- This ticket is limited to one person per ticket. Each e-ticket can only be used once and cannot be reused after verification for entry.
- In the event of force majeure (including but not limited to natural disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, heavy rain), considering public safety, the organizer may postpone or cancel the event, and will announce and contact participants in advance. For any unaddressed matters, the organizer reserves the right to modify, terminate, or change the details of the event.
Eligibility for Concession Tickets
- Students: Please present a valid student ID or valid proof of enrollment. For those under 18, please present a valid ID with a photo and date of birth for verification.
- Kaohsiung Citizens: Residents of Kaohsiung City, please present your ID card for verification (driver's licenses, NHI cards, etc., are not applicable).
- Friends of KMFA (Paid Membership): Please present a valid paid membership card for Friends of KMFA for verification.
- Employees of Friendly Enterprises and Partner Organizations: Please present a valid designated ID for verification (e.g., ICOM members, TMA members, Weiwuying, Kaohsiung Film Archive members).
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