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Biography of Zhang Yibo, fine artist
Zhang Yibo Biography
Zhang Yibo was born in 1966. He graduated from the Central
Academy of Fine Arts in 1985.
While studying art at college, Yibo was under the direct tutelage of
contemporary masters of the classical oil painting tradition (such as
Wang Yidong, Jin Shangyi, Sun Weimin).
He incorporates classical Chinese elements such as period costumes
replete with antique jewelry and furniture, to set the background of
his paintings to the late 19th Century and early 20th century Qing
Dynasty Era.
During his contact with the peoples of the Miao Tribe in Southwestern
China, Yibo was greatly influenced by their rich traditions and simple
lifestyle. He has since incorporated these two cultural characteristics
in his works.
Says Yibo; "I like to use warm colours as the glow is gentle and
soothing, signifying purity and hope; whereas the surrounding dark
areas serve to intensify the chiaroscuro effect, adding a tinge of
mystery."
1985: Awarded Encouragement Prize
1986: Participated in New York Exhibition
1996: Solo Exhibition, Malaysia
1998: "Out of China" Exhibition, Odon Wagner Gallery, Toronto, Canada
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