The convergence of fate and circumstances” Solo Exhibition by WANG Wen

Duration |
2025.04.19 – 05.30
Opening |
2025.04.19 Sat. 15:00
Artist Talk |
2025.05.03 Sat. 15:00

“Framing Life: Be It People, Events, Time, Place, or Objects. Framing in Paintings: Whether Planned or Accidental. With Age Comes a Broader Vision, and with It, an Evolving Perspective—From Noticing the Colors of the World to Pursuing the Wonders One Longs For.” — Wang Wen

"The convergence of fate and circumstances" gathers the images and landscapes captured by artist Wang Wen in various moments of serendipity and opportunity. Some may stem from intentional arrangements, while others arise from unexpected coincidences. As she grows older and gains more life experience, Wang Wen’s perspective continues to expand. She blends the natural scenery of daily life and the landscapes of her inner aspirations with personal emotions and viewpoints, expressing the beauty of every encounter as a testament to the intricate weave of fate.

Wang uses lacquer as her medium, skillfully incorporating natural materials such as mica powders, seashells, and eggshells. Through a meticulous process of layering, polishing, and burnishing, she reveals delicate textures and vibrant colors. The complexity and unpredictability of lacquer painting, with its infinite possibilities, is precisely what captivates her. With vivid colors and ornate compositions, Wang portrays the richness and diversity of the world. Her surreal imagery metaphorically represents the ideal world she yearns for. Intricate lines and brushwork intertwine with various materials to create a richly layered effect. Her works often feature full, dense compositions with minimal blank space—this intense visual tension distinctly reflects her unique artistic style. Since childhood, Wang has been deeply impressed by the brilliant feathers of peacocks, an element that has become a significant motif in her work, symbolizing people’s yearning and well-wishes for a beautiful life in modern society.

藝術家王雯畢業於文化大學美術系研究所；曾獲得阿波羅畫廊與王道銀行教育基金會主辦之「構圖‧台灣」視覺藝術創作徵件計畫的參獎。她與畫廊合作，參與了多次重要展覽，包括臺北國際當代藝術博覽會Young Art、臺南藝術博覽會、《楊桃派Young & Top》、大稻埕國際藝術節聯展、《春妍夏艷》The One 南園人文客棧個展、恆春《恆·好》個展，以及臺北市藝文推廣處楊桃派十週年特展等。

This exhibition will showcase Wen Wang’s lacquer paintings created in recent years, officially opening at 3:00 PM on April 19, 2025. An artist talk will follow on May 3 at 3:00 PM. You are warmly invited to attend and enjoy the experience together!

→ WANG Wen's CV
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