Love・Art – Greater Bay Area Collaborative Initiative
In 2025, LoveXpress launched Love・Art initiative, using painting as a bridge to transcend boundaries and connect the Greater Bay Area through art. This project aims to showcase the creativity and talent of individuals with autism while providing them with opportunities to develop art into a sustainable career.
At the same time, we will establish the Love・Art Seed Fund through a series of fundraising activities to support art programmes, enabling ASD individuals to develop their skills and turn their artwork into marketable products.
Star Buddies Painting Campaign
The Birth of “Star Buddies”
The inspiration for the “Star Buddies Gathering” came from our deep observations while accompanying individuals with autism. Many autistic individuals possess extraordinary artistic talents, yet, these gifts are frequently overlooked by society, sometimes even misunderstood as signs of “aloofness” or “difficulty in communication.” Recognising that many autistic friends may need extra support in making connections and expressing themselves, we wondered: What if we could provide these unique souls with a bigger stage—where their creativity is seen and their stories are heard?
With this in mind, we launched “Star Buddies”, inviting ASD participants to design their own “Star Buddy” based on the theme of “The Imaginary Best Friend.”
Event Details
We warmly invite ASD individuals from the greater bay area (Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau) to join this creative journey and showcase their voice and talent:
- Participants must give their Star Buddy a creative name, describe their personality, and list their favourite trait about their buddy.
- There will be 101 Excellence Awards and 3 “Most Popular Award” (one for each age group)
101 represents diverse relationships, highlighting that every autistic individual has their own unique style and story.
It also symbolises the first step in connecting autistic individuals with the world through art — a deeper exploration of life.
Selected artworks will have the chance to become:
- Exhibits in art exhibitions
- Cultural and creative merchandise (e.g., designer toys, collectibles, and other themed products)
Participants:
Autistic individuals aged 6 or above
Age Groups:
Children: 6 – 11 years old
Teens: 12 – 17 years old
Adults: 18 years or above
Submission:
August 18 – October 31, 2025
How to Participate
This is a free event. Interested participants should note the following guidelines:
Registration Method
- All participants must register via the official online platform.
- Upon successful submission, a confirmation email will be sent.
- Free of charge.
Submission Guidelines Pointers
- Submissions accepted as <physical mail>or <digital files>
- Maximum A3, 2D artwork only
- Any drawing style and materials welcome but must be an original creation
- Digital illustration accepted, but AI-generated images or artwork using correction fluid/tape will not be accepted
- Physical submissions will not be returned
Submit via Physical Mail pointers
- Artwork must arrive before the deadline. Please ensure sufficient postage to avoid delivery failure.
- Write the participant’s name on the back of the artwork.
- Mailing Address: 12/F, Kelly Commercial Building, 70-74 Morrison Hill Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong; Mark the envelope with: LoveXpress – “Star Buddies Unite” Painting Activity
Submit via Online pointers
- Submit files in JPEG, PNG, or PDF format
- Minimum resolution: 300 dpi
- Max file size: 8MB
Let the Stars Shine — Unlock the Imaginative World of Autistic Individuals
Donate or Sponsor our Love・Art Seed Fund
Every visit to our exhibitions or purchase of creative merchandise helps light up the artistic journey of autistic individuals. We also warmly welcome individuals and corporations to donate or sponsor the Love・Art Seed Fund, empowering this initiative through diverse avenues.
Love・Art is designed to unlock the creativity of ASD individuals through a series of stages:
Art Submission
Aug – Oct
Participants submit their “Star Buddy” creations, along with a character description.
Judging & Selection
Nov
A panel of experts will evaluate entries based on creativity and emotional expression.
Merchandise
Nov – Dec
Outstanding pieces will be transformed into lifestyle products.
In-Person Exhibit
Jan – Mar
Selected works will be displayed in cross-border exhibitions across Guangdong, Hong Kong & Macao.
Walkathon Fundraiser
April
ASD artists will walk hand in hand with the public to support 300 ASD children on their artistic journey.
Participants submit their “Star Buddy” creations, along with a character description.
A panel of experts will evaluate entries based on creativity and emotional expression.
Outstanding pieces will be transformed into lifestyle products.
Selected works will be displayed in cross-border exhibitions across Guangdong, Hong Kong & Macao.
ASD artists will walk hand in hand with the public to support 300 ASD children on their artistic journey.
Bring Creativity to Life
In the past, LoveXpress has collaborated with “Star” Artist Alvin Li to create numerous products. From art reproductions to practical stationaries and limited-edition souvenirs, each piece carries the whimsical imagination of Alvin’s brushes. These creations have no only been praised as memorabilia, but became a part of people’s every day life.
Through the “Star Buddies” initiative, we hope to transform outstanding artworks into cultural and creative products, helping ASD individuals feel recognised for their talents, and provide them with opportunities to develop art into a sustainable career.
The products will be sold through physical stores and e-commerce platforms, each accompanied by the creator’s name and story.
Selected works may be developed into various products, including:
- Stationery: Postcards, notebooks, bookmarks.
- Apparel & Accessories: T-shirts, tote bags.
- Home Decor: Pins, wall art, miniature sculptures.
ASD Youth Artist
Alvin Li’s work showcases vibrant colours and dynamic vitality that conveys his pure, joyful spirit to his audience.
Unlock Life-Changing Opportunities for ASD Children
This initiative encourages the public and organisations to donate toward our Love•Art Seed Fund, which will provide annual art training for 300 underprivileged ASD youths, and support a series of art-based programs for such youths, including: Art Programs, Exhibitions, Art Product Development, Family Art Therapy Projects, and more.
The campaign will also feature online and offline promotions and fundraising activities across the Greater Bay Area to promote social inclusion and create more employment opportunities for ASD individuals.
Public and organisational donations
Establish the Love・Art Seed Fund
Art Enlightenment Program
Providing art exploration and training for 300 underprivileged autistic youth annually.
Transform artworks into creative cultural products
Create employment opportunities
If you also want to contribute to helping these autistic children, we welcome you to visit the exhibition, purchase creative cultural products, or even make a donation (companies can become sponsorship partners by providing funding or venue support). We look forward to your participation in creating an inclusive community.
Organising Institution
Co-organising Institution
(Hong Kong)
Co-organising Institution
(Guangzhou)
Co-organising Institution
(Macau)
