The exhibition "Harmony across Eras: Treasures from the Collection of the First Ambassador of Finland to China" is underway at the Guardian Art Center in downtown Beijing, offering a glimpse into the fluidity of aesthetic sensibilities across time and cultures.
Beethoven's masterpieces came together with texts by a renowned Chinese translator on Sunday night for a concert in Malta called: "Harmony in Translation: Fu Lei Meets Beethoven."
Decades ago, Li Keran (1907-89) embarked on transformative sketch journeys with fellow artists, venturing across China's picturesque landscapes to draw inspiration directly from nature. These expeditions, driven by a desire to innovate Chinese ink painting, led Li to develop a unique brushstroke style that captured the essence of the country's diverse scenery and reflected its societal changes.
The third Yangtze River Delta (Haining) camping lifestyle and outdoor equipment import and export expo kicked off in Haining, Zhejiang province, on June 14, aiming to propel the growth of the local outdoor and camping sector while fostering a burgeoning culture and tourism epicenter.
Weihai, a coastal city sitting on the tip of the Shandong Peninsula, wowed a cohort of foreign journalists and influencers with its clean oceans, leisured coastal lifestyle and vibrant folk culture, during their three-day media tour from June 5 to 7.
Renowned artist Jonathan Brechignac, honored with the prestigious Yishu 8 France Young Artist Award, has unveiled his captivating solo exhibition Yellow Season in Beijing. Featuring seven paintings and two sculptures crafted during his two-month residency in the city, Brechignac's innovative use of pine pollen offers a fresh perspective on Beijing's spring scenery.
The theatrical spectacle, We Found Love in Amoy, illuminated the stage at Beijing's Tianqiao Performing Arts Center on June 15 and 16, showcasing a harmonious collaboration between Banlam Grand Theater and Taiwan Godot Theater Company. This production intricately weaves together the narratives of three couples across different epochs, all linked by a piano nestled within the enchanting confines of the Gulangyu Piano Museum in Xiamen, Fujian province.
The remarkable tale of Gong Quanzhen (1923-2023), a steadfast member of the Communist Party of China for over seven decades, has been immortalized in a contemporary Peking Opera production by the prestigious China National Peking Opera Company. The opera, bearing Gong's name, made its grand debut in Beijing on June 14 and 15, paying tribute to her unwavering commitment to rural education and humanitarian causes.
Artist and professor Chen Xi, alongside her student Li Linlin, embarked on a joint exhibition in Beijing, delving into the profound impact of an art teacher on their students' creative endeavors. Through their dual showcases at Beijing's Phoenix Center, titled Jump Into A Rabbit Hole: Chen Xi and Her Students and Echo: Dedicated to Alice, the duo presented a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, and installations, illuminating the transformative journey from classroom to gallery space.
Beijing welcomed the grand opening of Playa Maya water park on June 15, offering a vibrant blend of aquatic thrills, carnival festivities, and artistic showcases to the public. Operated by Overseas Chinese Town's Happy Valley, this dynamic park marks the 12th addition to their esteemed roster of water parks, promising a diverse array of 35 water-based attractions tailored to visitors of all ages.
The Art Museum of Central Academy of Fine Arts came alive on a vibrant Saturday night, brimming with joy, laughter, and delightful surprises. The diverse audience, comprising many young children and their parents, immersed themselves in the ongoing exhibition of graduation works — an annual showcase by the academy not only to display the achievements of its fresh graduates but also to share their creativity with the wider public.