Look to these affordable Hong Kong-themed wall art pieces and prints to inject a little personality into your space while still sticking to budget.
Show off your love for the city with some Hong Kong-themed art prints and photography! The reality for many of us living here is that we can only afford to rent our living space — which means painting walls (if that!) and adorning the room with smaller personal touches like plants and candles seems as far as we can go in terms of decorating. So we’re looking for wall art, prints and decorative pieces to display on shelves and bookcases. From cityscape photography to intricate illustrations, custom prints and more, here are the best artists and studios to buy affordable Hong Kong wall art.
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Beyond Visuals — Aerial photography prints and panoramas
Taking Hong Kong photography to new heights is Beyond Visuals, a photography collective made up of five locally based aerial photographers (including Sassy favourite Bernie Ng!). Browse through its online collection of sweeping architectural shots, breathtaking cityscapes as well as picturesque landscapes which shows off our city from new perspectives.
Price: From $449 (unframed)
Beyond Visuals, beyondvisuals.hk
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Alvin C.K. Lam — Hand-drawn and painted art prints
From wet markets to street corners, lanes and alleyways, this local artist captures the heart and soul of Hong Kong in his vibrant hand-drawn and watercolored artworks. Alvin spotlights the city’s unsung heroes, such as Mahjong tile carvers, birdcage makers and cardboard grandmothers. Each art print is printed on museum-grade archival paper and individually hand-signed and numbered.
Price: From $380 for an art print and from $30 for postcards
Alvin C.K. Lam, www.alvinckl.com
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The APT Studios — Vibrant photography art prints
From IG-famous photographers Sam Wong (@samishome) and Victor Cheng (@veeceecheng), The APT Studios brings us dreamy cotton candy-coloured cityscapes, bright buildings and container ships and more vibrant fine art prints. Straight from their Instagram feeds to your home, inject a burst of colour into your space!
Price: From $460
The APT Studios, www.theaptstudios.com
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The Hong Kong Arts Collective (HKARTS) – Artworks and art prints by local artists
This treasure trove of original artworks and art prints by professional and emerging local artists was established in 2019 by a small group of Hong Kong-based artists to promote the city’s art scene. Discover art by the likes of Riya Chandiramani, The Ink Trail, Elena Klimova, Sophia Hotung, Alex Croft and more.
Price: From $180 (framed)
The Hong Kong Arts Collective, www.hongkongartscollective.com
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VZOW — Original artwork, custom pieces, fine art prints and more
VZOW is home to an extensive selection of original artwork, custom-made art pieces and high-end prints (many Hong Kong-themed!). More than an online art store, this platform goes the extra mile to give its partnered artists from around the world the recognition they deserve by interviewing and featuring them on its site.
Price: From $810 (unfamed); $1,014 (famed)
VZOW, www.vzow.com
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Tiny Island Maps — Hand-printed Hong Kong neighbourhood maps and more
Tiny Island Maps is best known for its hand-printed neighbourhood maps and silkscreen prints, perfect statement pieces for your living room walls. Best of all, they’re all locally made! Each print comes flat-packed in a cardboard envelope to ensure the best result when framed. Make sure to also check out the brand’s wider collection of gifts and souvenirs.
Price: $350 (unframed); $490 (framed)
Tiny Island Maps, 1904, 135 Bonham Strand Trade Centre, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, tinyislandmaps.com
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Ciaolink — Detailed handmade artworks of Hong Kong landmarks
Designer Megumi Takami at Ciaolink is able to capture incredible detail in her art, right down to the windows on each skyscraper and individual bricks on walls. We have a soft spot for her Farewell my Hong Kong collection, which features favourite landmarks and spots around the city including Percival Street, Man Mo Temple and, of course, Victoria Harbour and The Peak.
Price: From $720 (framed)
Ciaolink, ciaolink.store
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Gar Lai Lau — Detailed ink sketches of Hong Kong architecture
Hong Kong-based pen and ink artist Gar Lai’s limited-edition prints contain a dizzying amount of detail and truly capture a slice of the city, from the sweeping skyline to the tops of the Lippo Centre. If you’re someone who’s always been taken by Hong Kong’s stunning architecture and cityscapes, you’re sure to appreciate her work.
Price: From $180 (unframed)
Gar Lai Lau, www.garlailau.com
On Paper Lab — Hong Kong-inspired graphic prints
Founded by artists Elsa Jean de Dieu (of Elsa Jeandedieu Studio, behind the Uma Nota mural on Peel Street!) and Carol Bellese Choi, On Paper Lab takes an eclectic approach to Hong Kong-themed wall art. Think bold, graphic prints of recognisable city sights and sounds like the beloved “ding ding”, sampans, common Canto sayings and more. Plus, there’s free delivery throughout Hong Kong!
Price: From $300 (unframed)
On Paper Lab, onpaperlab.com
Louise Hill Design – Kaleidoscopic collage creations and monochromatic designs
There’s nothing that can liven up a dull space quite like one of Louise Hill’s designs. Drawing inspiration from this bustling city we call home, Louise creates her multilayered prints using a range of photographic, digital, illustrated and hand-finished techniques. We love her kaleidoscopic creations just as much as her monochromatic designs!
Price: From $2,550 (unframed); from $3,050 (framed)
Louise Hill Design, www.louise-hill-design.com
R+R — Curated collection of Hong Kong wall art
This online lifestyle store is home to a curated range of handmade, repurposed homewares, in addition to a small collection of vibrant Hong Kong-themed wall art. Naturally, we were drawn to the Hong Kong map typography print which comprises all our favourite areas of the city we call home.
Price: From $300 (unframed)
R+R, www.randrshop.com
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Editor’s Note: “Where To Buy Affordable Hong Kong Wall Art & Prints” was most recently updated in April 2024 by Nicole Moraleda. With thanks to Annie Simpson and Sakina Abidi for their contribution.
Main image courtesy of The APT Studios via Instagram, image 1 courtesy of Beyond Visuals via Instagram, image 2 courtesy of Alvin C.K. Lam via Instagram, image 3 courtesy of The APT Studios via Instagram, image 4 courtesy of The Hong Kong Arts Collective via Instagram, image 5 courtesy of VZOW, image 6 courtesy of Tiny Island Maps, image 7 courtesy of Ciaolink, image 8 courtesy of Gar Lai Lau via Instagram, image 9 courtesy of On Paper Lab via Instagram, image 10 courtesy of Louise Hill Design via Instagram, image 11 courtesy of R+R.