About the artwork
A simple form consists of surfaces and lines. And yet, one has to look deeper - thinking about the context and intention of the line’s existence. It is sometimes difficult to elucidate these sentiments through language and specific words, with the form shifting in response to ascribed meanings and subjective understanding. Hong Zhu An presents the notion of a maple tree, divest from its form. It represents the effect of nature on the life of the artist and his deeper journey and progression, as opposed to a simple presentation of textural shadow over the surrounding environment.
About the artist
Chinese-born Hong Zhu An (b. 1955) is one of the finest artists in Singapore today. Trained under famous art scholar Wang Zidou at the Shanghai Art and Craft Institute, the artist is proficient in both Chinese and Western Art. Painting in acrylic and ink, his works exude a serenity and energy that calms the mind and offers insightful abstract interpretation alongside enchanting visuals. Constantly growing in both skill and prestige, he has exhibited his works in South East Asia, the USA and Australia and has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the UOB Painting of the Year ‘Grand Award’. His works have been collected by major institutions such as the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, Princeton University Museum in New York, the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and Singapore Art Museum.