It is such a delight to see passionate artists score great achievements amid the mixture of creation, academic discussions, exhibitions and fine arts over the past one year and more since the QiShe Arts was established. Many artists stand in awe before arts to be gained with great endeavor, while numerous suitors are also urgent now to seek spiritual aspirations in the era when materials and desires develop in an almost crazy manner. The difficulty of art lies in its spirit whose shortage stems from the society. The spirits of art eventually form its valuables and the ideals of the artists its soul. Originating from the ideals of a young artist group, QiShe Arts is also home to their endless pursuits.

Showcasing the creation outlook of artists and their state of development over the past year, QiShe Arts Ink Painting Exhibition provides the opportunity for the artists to learn from each other, and also faces criticism from the audience for discussions. Over the past year, contemporary ink painting becomes the most eye-catching and lively platform in the art community, where the arts market prospers and the hot topic arises over the discussions of ink painting academy and explorations of its market, accompanied by particularly active young artists. The young artists group of "QiShe Arts" comes into being at the right moment. From the start of the New Year, everything looks fresh and gay, giving no doubt over the course of ink arts advancement and in-depth market development; however, the difficulties of art and market demands are subject to eternal changes which eventually witness the coexistence of opportunities and challenges.

Artist: Du Xiaotong,Hang Chunhui,Liu Qi,Qin Xiuping,Sun Hao,Tan Jun,Wang Yu,Xu Jiacun

*image (left)
Hang Chunhui,
Daydreaming 3, 2013,
Ink on Paper, 85x155cm
courtesy of the artist