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Featured as 'My Top Shot' in Tatler Hong Kong
Photography: Alexandra Unrein | Artwork: Kristopher Ho

An Expert Eye on Hong Kong’s Creative Soul

Writing the first book on Hong Kong’s street art was a true labor of love. Today, I balance my work as an author and photographer with my favourite role: being your guide to the city’s streets. From the legacy of the 'King of Kowloon' to the newest murals in Central, I love acting as a bridge to the local art scene—whether it’s through the pages of my book or an easy-going walk through my favourite corners of the city. I’m here to share the stories behind the spray paint with you..

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Media Highlights

  • Colorful mural of abstract, vibrant street art on a wall in Hong Kong with a speeding red and white taxi passing by in the foreground.

    Financial Times

    Uncovering Hong Kong’s Vibrant Street Art Scene

    Collaborated with the HKTB to guide a media group through Hong Kong’s street art districts, providing the local insight for Chris Allnutt’s feature in the Financial Times.

    Explore the Feature
  • Mural of a woman in a spacesuit holding a flower and a smartphone, with a bird perched on her arm, on an urban building wall surrounded by plants.

    National Geographic UK

    6 Ways to Explore Hong Kong's Adventurous Side

    Sharing the city’s 'alternative' soul—diving into the murals and stories that define our local streets.

    Find Your Adventure
  • Girl in pink dress standing in front of street art mural of two lions on a wall, with text overlay about a new book on Hong Kong street art.

    Zolima Citymag

    A New Book Reveals What’s Special About Hong Kong’s Street Art

    ‘Street art has become a force in the city.’ Zolima CityMag features Alex Unrein’s journey from early enthusiast to street art authority, culminating in her 308-page book documenting the evolution of Hong Kong’s vibrant urban fabric.

    Read the Full Story
  • A man in a black leather jacket and dark pants is standing outside, looking down at a camera he is holding in his hands. Behind him is a large mural on the wall, depicting a detailed, stylized portrait of a person's face with closed eyes, created using textured, carved patterns. There are also some pipes on the wall near the mural.

    Chasing the Sun

    Hong Kong

    Bridging the gap between global media and local creators: Alex Unrein joins Stephen Friedman on Chasing the Sun to navigate Hong Kong’s iconic murals and facilitate deep-dive conversations with the artists behind the spray cans.

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    TLC Asia

    New Taste of Hong Kong

    Joining Fabio Grangeon for 'A New Taste of Hong Kong' to share the hidden stories and vibrant street art of Sai Kung with a global audience.

    Experience the New Taste
  • A woman with long blonde hair smiling, standing outdoors near a colorful mural featuring a bird, daisies, and abstract shapes, in an urban setting.

    The Independent

    Street Art, Bao Buns and Hidden Bars in Hong Kong’s Central District

    An afternoon spent showing the UK’s leading travel voice, Simon Calder, the hidden corners of the 852.

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    Russh

    Author and Photographer Alexandra Unrein On How She Fell In Love With Hong Kong’s Street Art Scene

    RUSSH Magazine features Alex Unrein on 15 years of documenting Hong Kong’s street art, her creative community roots, and the inspiration behind her new book, Colourful Hong Kong – Street Art Stories.

    Explore Alex's Hong Kong
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    Lomography Magazine

    Street Art Lover Alex

    A feature on life in Hong Kong, the intersection of film photography and street art, and what it means to stay creative in the city.

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    My Top Shot

    A ‘Top Shot’ feature sharing one of my favourite captured moments and the intimate story behind the lens.

    Behind the Lens

WORKING WITH THE COMMUNITY

It’s a privilege to share the stories of our streets with local schools, cultural institutes, and visiting missions. I love acting as a bridge for organisations looking to discover the heart of Hong Kong’s urban culture.

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Additional Features & Mentions

Resources for Storytellers

Everything you need to share the stories behind Hong Kong’s streets, from print-ready spreads to official press assets.

Colourful Hong Kong - Street Art Stories

A 308-page deep dive documenting street art as urban heritage, featuring a cover by well-respected artist Sinic reimagining Sham Shui Po in a nightly neon glow.

Quick Specs: 165 x 235mm (hardcover) | 200+ Images | ISBN 978-988-71278-8-8 | HK$ 450 / EUR 50.00.

An independent publication by Alexandra Unrein; available at Bookazine and select independent bookshops in Hong Kong, Berlin, and Macau.

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Cover of a book titled 'Colourful Hong Kong Street Art Stories' with vibrant neon signs, a cityscape, and street art visuals in the background.

The Story Behind the Cover 

"The book’s striking cover features 'Sham Shui Po 2070', a 2020 work by well-respected artist Sinic. Now based in Taiwan, Sinic first made his mark by fusing traditional calligraphy with urban lettering to create a distinct 'Eastern' style of graffiti writing.  

While this specific piece leans into a retro-futuristic vision, it represents his evolution into figurative murals. Here, he reimagines the iconic rounded-corner buildings and pawn shop signs of Sham Shui Po through his vivid childhood memories, using muted tones contrasted by popping pinks and greens. This creates a nightly neon glow that perfectly anchors the book in the city’s authentic, yet ever-evolving, street heritage. 

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