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North Korean & Chinese - Realism Paintings Exhibition
Exhibition Date: July 9-24, 2011
Overview
For over centuries, North Korea has been culturally influenced by its neighbor countries, China. In 50’s, the realism in Russian paintings brought huge changes to the art scene of both China and North Korea. It contributes to the cohesiveness in their paintings. Yet, while contemporary Chinese art has absorbed lots of western ideas since the open door policy, North Korean art remains uninfluenced by globalization. North Korean and Chinese Realism Paintings Exhibition, co-launched by Baoqu Tang Gallery of Art and Hendersen Land Development Company Limited, will be held in the club house of Legende Royale, providing a rare chance for audience to discover the charm and contrast of both countries.
North Korean art has always remains a mystery to the world until 2007, when they were first exhibited in London. North Korean painting is known for its vibrant colors, delicate strokes, formal compositions and realistic style. Elements of traditional Korean folk art, with a twist of Russian methodology, reflect the passion of Korean towards their own culture and the uniqueness of their historical background. Daily life subject matters like living space, work place and landscape are common in North Korean painting. The simplicity and intimacy make North Korean painting stands out from a bunch of over-conceptualized artworks in contemporary art scene. Due to the national policies of North Korea, artists are made to work for their country, which makes it hard for audience from other countries to explore their works. That is why North Korean painting is so rare in Hong Kong.
Realism has been the mainstream of Chinese paintings for long. Chinese embraced Russian’s scientific attitude in art making, and tried to represent the depth of Chinese culture with new aesthetic values. Realism demands excellent technique from an artist, but the expression of the emotions is the core of a work. After the open door policy was adopted in 1978, young artists with global vision have brought dynamic changes to Chinese art scene, which makes Chinese realistic paintings more sophisticated and playful.
Organisers: Baoqu Tang Gallery of Art & Henderson Real Estate Agency Ltd.
Venue: "Legende Royale" The Beverly Hills Phase 3, Clubhouse Banquet Room (Sam Mun Tsai Road, Tai Po)
Opening Hour: 12-9pm daily
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