“Islands from the Above” seems to be a weightless city in the sky, it is like an unknown realm but also like a familiar theme (especially the constant reappearing Guishan Island)? Unlike the “Silent Landscape” before, people and objects occupy a rather large area of space in the picture. They are part of the landscape’s composition, but also like outsiders jumped out from the scenery, are they human or god? Mushroom-shaped or spore-shaped plants, and animals such as birds bring us toward nature where is full of primal power. But window frames symbolizing car windows, architectures in a small manuscript, and flying machines all bring us back to a city where is full of technology.
It is exactly when he breaks out from the inner and outer constraints and realizes art is no more than the daily life. Wu Hsichi presents self-generated and great creativity. He enters a transformed world with a care-free posture to cleverly and smoothly merge objects which contend with each other. It is an attempt to break away from the cliché of the art circle and presents a whole new sensation to us.
Artist | Wu Hsichi
Duration | 04.18.2020 – 05.17.2020 (10:00-19:00 Closed on Mondays)
Artist Talk | 04.25.2020 Sat. 3:00 p.m. Talk with Chen Kuang-Yi
Venue | Powen Gallery
Powen Gallery is pleased to present “Islands from the Above- Wu Hsichi’s solo exhibition”, featuring his recent oil pastel works on paper. It will be held from April 18 to May 17.
For the complete list of works, please refer to: https://www.artsy.net/show/powen-gallery-islands-from-the-above
We are all familiar with the saying of “Do not judge a book by its cover“, however in this modern rat-race society, one cannot avoid the first impression one gives to others. And as Fengshui gains popularity with the younger audience, it can be a challenge to usher in good luck and prosperity while all decked out with the traditional garish looking Fengshui ornaments and symbols.
Luckily, one doesn’t need to sacrifice taste for good luck as international fashion designer, Mr Eric Raisina, has woven his magical fashion wand. In partnership with renown Fengshui master, Master Yun Longzi, he will be presenting his original haute couture collection, line of accessories and his new silk collection at CHJIMES Hall on 20th to 22nd November 2019.
Inspired by Master Yun Longzi’s powerful Fengshui art, this luxury fashion show will showcase the launch of Yun Long Zi’s new paintings on Eric Raisina’s exquisite silk collection. Where the behind the scene weaving process will be shared through this unique fashion show experience. Raisina will also be featuring his unique silk fashion collection, entirely handmade, which have received rave reviews and are critically acclaimed worldwide. The showcase will also include the first public exhibition of Yun Long Zi’s 4th series Fengshui painting fans.
About Eric Raisina
Eric Raisina is a Madagascar-born, Cambodian-based, fashion designer best known for his works with Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix. His venture into fashion took off after winning the 1993 “New Young Designer of the Year” award at the Fashion Festival and Textile Competition in Madagascar, enabling him to travel to the Mecca of Haute Couture: Paris. In the City of Lights, he studied Textile and Fashion at école des Arts appliqués Duperré. He later received a Master’s degree in Textile and Fashion from the Institut Français de la Mode, while starting to be noticed on catwalks.
“We are ready to bring our new mood from cocoon to luxury wardrobe and so thrilled to announce our first collaboration with most amazing artist Master Yun Long Zi”, says Fashion Designer Eric Raisina.
Eric Raisina natural taste for exploration compelled him to discover new cultures and techniques in Africa and Asia. Strengthened by a wide range of enriching experiences and inspirations, he started his own workshop where he trained local weavers, sewers and embroiderers and researched for new textures, colours, unique wave patterns and natural fabrics. His designs have attracted the likes of Hollywood celebrities, including Anne Bass and Angelina Jolie.
About Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi
Emeritus Master Yun Long Zi is an acclaimed artist, Chinese calligrapher and the man behind the prestigious Lotus On Water brand of galleries that won Golden Brand Award in 2007 and 2008, Singapore Prestige Brand Award in 2008, and Successful Entrepreneur Award in 2010. His luxury art pieces are rendered in prized mediums such as pure gold and silver.
The Weave of Prosperity and Elegance
Date: 20th to 21th
November 2019
Time: 0900 to 2230
Venue: CHJIMES Hall | 30 Victoria Street,
Singapore 187996
Date: 23th to 24th
November 2019
Time: 0900 to 2230
Venue: Lotus On Water Gallery | 2 Sin Ming Rd, Sin Ming Plaza Tower 1, #01-05, Singapore 575583
Opening Ceremony
Guest-of-Honor:
His Royal
Highness Prince Sisowath Tesso and Her Highness Princess Norodom Chansita of
Cambodia
Date: 20th November 2019,
Wednesday
Time: 1830 to 2100
Venue: CHJIMES Hall | 30 Victoria Street,
Singapore 187996
Lim Tze Peng – National Icon. Centenarian (6 – 17 November) is presented by Cape of Good Hope Art Gallery to celebrate Lim Tze Peng, a 100-year-old master artist, Meritorious Service Medal and Cultural Medallion recipient. He is an extraodinary self-taught artist filled with wisdom and unwavering energy. With a focus on Chinese philosophy, art and culture, Lim made it a mission for himself to capture all the passing moments of Singapore’s heritage. The strokes on his works fully showcases the energy of a master whose years of experience culminate into works with great spirit.
2 Orchard Turn, Level 4 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
ION Art gallery, 2 Orchard Turn, Level 4 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
10.00am – 10.00pm
6 – 17 November
