You are what you ink

An experimental ink-painting exhibition is ongoing at the Today Art Museum, showcasing contemporary Chinese ink and wash.

Entitled Four Square Exhibition on Inheritance of Chinese Contemporary Ink, the show displays dozens of works by accomplished ink painters Liu Qinghe, Wu Yi, Tian Liming and Li Jin. Also on display are ink paintings by more than 20 young aritists, who draw inspiration from cartoons, online games, and contemporary oil paintings.

In Liu's works, blank spaces are introduced to set off the subject matter. The contrastive color scheme produces the effect of layer and space. Under his brush, the life-sized figures and their dynamic gestures bring impact to viewers.