Ability Enterprise has partnered with Happy Mount Colony to present the charity art exhibition "Van Gogh's March of Madness." An opening tea reception was held on October 15 in the first-floor lobby of Ability Enterprise, officially launching the month-long exhibition. On display are 11 classic Van Gogh paintings reinterpreted by seven Happy Mount residents.
ABILITY has long put the power of "seeing" into practice through optical technology. This time, we turned our lens toward people, hoping that art can help every unique life be seen and understood. Guided by the theme "Meet the Light, Illuminate One Another," the exhibition hopes we can light each other's way and build a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable future together.
Reinterpreting Van Gogh's Classics with Pure, Heartfelt Brushstrokes
"Van Gogh's March of Madness" is the theme of the 10th Happy Mount Art Museum Exhibition. Through copying, reworking, and free creation, Happy Mount residents respond to Van Gogh's masterpieces, turning each canvas into a space for dialogue between emotion and memory. Featured works include The Starry Night, Starry Night Over the Rhône, Sunflowers, Almond Blossoms, Irises, The Bedroom, Café Terrace at Night, Wheatfield with Crows, and Self-Portrait with Straw Hat. Rather than relying on technique, these works portray the world through direct feeling and childlike wonder, revealing the unique light and colors seen through the creators' eyes.
A Warm Gathering at the Opening Tea Reception
The opening tea reception began with remarks from the Chairman of ABILITY and Chairman Chen Sheng-san of Happy Mount Colony. Director Wu Shu-hui of Happy Mount Colony then introduced each painting and the painter behind it. ABILITY presented gifts to the painters to encourage them to keep creating, and Happy Mount Colony presented a certificate of appreciation in return. Guests, residents, and colleagues gathered for group photos and enjoyed the exhibition at their leisure during the reception.
Distinguished guests in attendance included Supervisors Cheng Ming-hsueh and Yen Chih-ta of the Social Welfare Department, New Taipei City Government; Professor Cheng Ching-i of the Department of Textiles and Clothing, Fu Jen Catholic University; and General Manager Lin Chao-pi of HONLYNN. ABILITY executives and staff also wore Happy Mount collaboration T-shirts as they joined in this celebration of art.
During the exhibition, a message board in the lobby invites visitors to write words of encouragement for the painters. A donation box and donation QR code are also available at the lobby reception counter, with all proceeds donated to Happy Mount Colony.
Exhibition Information
| Exhibition | "Van Gogh's March of Madness" ABILITY × Happy Mount Charity Art Exhibition |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 15 – November 15, 2026 |
| Venue | 1F Lobby, Ability Enterprise |
About Happy Mount Colony
Happy Mount Colony is located at the foot of Guanyin Mountain in Bali District, New Taipei City, with a history of 91 years. Once a secluded sanctuary for people with Hansen's disease, it has since transformed into a caring institution that provides 24-hour care for 118 residents with disabilities.
