Enlighten Gallery

Period: 10/19 - 11/30

Based on the traditions of Song Dynasty ink painting, Zhang Yuanyuan's work not only traces the roots of this ancient art form but also extends it into a new era through the integration of materials, brushwork, and imagery. In terms of materials, she utilizes beeswax, mineral pigments, gold leaf, and linen as her primary mediums to create a visual splendor. Her technique, rooted in the ancient "encaustic" painting methods of Roman and Egyptian times, introduces a fresh, exotic style. The imagery in her work intertwines the serene emptiness of Japanese painting and even the mandalas of esoteric Buddhist rituals, transforming them into her unique expression. Zhang Yuanyuan's painting techniques and materials are particularly rare in contemporary practice, and the combination of diverse cultural aesthetics with modern forms in her work highlights the potential for transformation and innovation.