SIMS GALLERIA

Adam Shen Xudong / 沈旭东 （ b.1965)

Singapore Botanic Garden
新加坡植物园
Chinese Ink on Rice Paper/宣纸水墨画
97 x 60 cm

This evocative Chinese ink painting captures the tranquil beauty of the Singapore Botanic Gardens (新加坡植物园). Through a harmonious blend of ink and soft color washes, Shen brings to life a serene landscape dominated by elegant trees, a gently winding path, and the iconic pavilion nestled amidst the greenery. The work emphasizes the fusion of traditional Chinese brushwork with Singapore’s very first UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting the distinct character of the tropical flora and fauna — including the prominent black swan by the water’s edge. A stone inscribed with “Botanic Garden” grounds the scene in its real-world location, reinforcing the cultural and natural heritage it represents. This piece stands as a poetic tribute to Singapore’s lush botanical legacy, rendered with both precision and grace.

Artist Description

Adam Shen Xudong 沈旭东: A Renowned Master of Ink Painting and Calligraphy

Adam Shen Xudong, (b. 1965), is the founder of Sims Arts Academy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore. Together with his family, he established Sims Galleria to promote high art forms such as Chinese ink painting and calligraphy, which have garnered widespread admiration from the public.

Born in Shantou City (Swatow), Adam hails from a family with a long tradition in painting and calligraphy. His grandfather was a peranakan from Southeast Asia, with his influence, Adam began learning calligraphy and painting at a young age, eventually studying under renowned art masters.

He further honed his skills at the China Academy of Art, where he developed profound traditional techniques in landscape, bird-and-flower and figure painting.

Adam holds several esteemed positions in the art world: he is a director of the Chinese Artists Association, Chinese Calligraphers Association, the Shantou Overseas Friendship Association and a member of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce. His works are highly prized by collectors across Southeast Asia, Europe, and America.