Yang Yang

Born in Fuzhou, Fujian, my aesthetic is rooted in classical Chinese landscapes and a family legacy of art collecting. As a professional Chinese painter, my artistic journey is a deliberate fusion, bridging the profound philosophical underpinnings of traditional Chinese aesthetics with the dynamic expressive possibilities of contemporary global art.

My practice is a continuous dialogue across mediums, which I categorize into distinct series to mark my evolving artistic language:

Classical Ink Series (Shan Shui): Rooted in traditional Chinese brushwork, emphasizing qi (vital energy) and classical composition.

Contemporary Ink Series: An exploration of abstract expression within the ink medium, focusing on color, texture, and fluid movement.

Abstract Expressionism (Oil/Acrylic): Vibrant, powerful works on canvas, reflecting my deep dive into Western modern art techniques.

My primary inspiration is the sublime beauty of nature—capturing its harmony and qi—and the intricate nuances of human experience and resilience. I aim to create a visual language that transcends cultural barriers, inviting viewers to connect with a shared sense of beauty, emotion, and truth.

This diversity is not a lack of focus, but a planned exploration, all...

Studied classical landscape painting at Tsinghua University Academy of Arts & Design (early 2000s), inheriting rigorous academic training from northern Chinese masters.

Cultivated a signature style fusing Southern lyricism (Fujian’s misty grace) with Northern structural discipline, coined as "Bone of the North, Breath of the South".

2018 Venice Architecture Biennale (Parallel Event): Water Dialogues ink installation series exploring "Void vs. Constructed Space" in East-West architectural contexts.

2020 Shanghai International Ink Biennale (Special Unit): Salt & Fresh Millenniums showcased as a "Liquid Chronotope" conceptual piece redefining ink’s temporal dimensions.