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2023.11.4-12.10

Opening 11.4 SAT 15:00
Jorge Rivera | Yang Naijen | Li Bingao | Pan Chungkuang

YIART has brought together three promising emerging artists along with an accomplished artist, forming a refreshing ensemble. The three young artists, brimming with energy, each bring a unique perspective and diverse forms of expression, capturing the ever-changing moments of life while documenting the flow of thoughts. Through their creations, they convey the subtle relationship between narrative and non-narrative. Another artist from Spain, with paintings and sculptures full of storytelling and wild freedom, engages in an intriguing dialogue with the three emerging artists.

These artists are not just creators but also literary storytellers. Through various mediums and styles, they depict the emotions and moods of the present moment. Their works are sometimes frozen moments, sometimes profound explorations of life's philosophy, always discussing the limitless possibilities of art. With this gathering, we anticipate that the audience will experience the fascinating dialogue and fusion among these four artists' works.

Renowned artist Jorge Rivera, originally from Spain, holds a Master's in Art and a Ph.D. in Sculpture from the Royal College of Art in the UK. He has been in Taiwan for several years, establishing his studio in Tamsui. Rivera has been exploring various media in his creative endeavors, which serve not only as a means of self-discovery and reflection but also as a way to share his connections with diverse backgrounds and cultures. Within his emotionally charged art, one can easily discern the free-flowing, boundless nature of his brushwork, which often reveals intense dramatic emotions. He resembles a thoughtful observer, continuously seeking that perfect fusion of contemporary art with materials, brushes, and emotions.

Emerging artist Yang Naijen, a graduate of the Royal College of Art in the UK, has garnered attention for her unique minimalist style. The series exhibited in this showcase is a collection of works from her time in the Master's program at the University of the Arts, inspired by everyday objects and fleeting scenes, with light playing a central role. For Yang Naijen, painting is a verb, not a noun, a dynamic process rather than a static image. Through repeated depictions in the painting process, she encapsulates fragments of life. The final works are full of fun and surprises. Within her seemingly regular and rational lines, one can discover shimmering images or moments when objects seem to be suspended in mid-air. YYang Naijen's artwork not only provides an immersive experience but also opens up boundless imaginative space.

Li Bingao, a Master's student in painting at the Taipei National University of the Arts, has undergone a profound transformation in his artistic style since entering graduate school. He transitioned from traditional oil painting to acrylic materials and imagery, adopting a more symbolic approach to his work. Lee often sees himself as a passive observer in everyday life, constantly drawing inspiration and materials from his surroundings. These materials can be dynamic, computer-generated images or fragmented visual fragments. These elements seem to provide him with a new entry point, especially when exploring color. In this exhibition, the audience will witness a series of primarily small-scale works. These pieces appear to be peaks of the artist's creative energy, a burst of creativity following multiple collaborative projects. Lee describes these works as fragments of memory, similar to what he observes in his daily life. These images also resemble fragments that emerge after a burst of chaos, filled with elements of beauty and immediacy, yet not entirely real. His artistic style excels in blending and collaging various techniques while maintaining a high level of intrigue.

Hailing from Pingtung, artist pan ChungKuang centers his work around the theme of the ocean. His creations are known for their vivid, expansive use of color and have been inspired by films such as Takeshi Kitano's "A Scene at the Sea," Paolo Sorrentino's "The Great Beauty," and early Leonardo DiCaprio film "The Beach." These films use the ocean as a backdrop or setting to explore themes of utopian societies, post-apocalyptic sea cities, and survival, which deeply resonate with the artist. His latest series of works is titled "The Slow-Walking Sea," inspired by the coastal strolls of the IpáNemA girl. This theme has also inspired author Haruki Murakami to create the novel "The IpáNemA Girl in 1963/1982." The IpáNemA girl is an ageless fictional character who exists in the depths of everyone's hearts, transcending religious and cultural differences, existing in various forms in everyone's lives and imaginations.

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Curator: YIART/沂藝術