Adam Shen Xudong / 沈旭东 （ b.1965)
Arashiyama Kyoto
京都岚山
Chinese Ink on Rice Paper/宣纸水墨画
50 x 95 cm
This work depicts the serene beauty of a quiet afternoon in Arashiyama
Kyoto, showcasing the gracefulness of the pine and cypress trees along the riverbanks. It also captures the leisurely scene of boats gently navigating the waters of the Oigawa river.
The poem captures a tranquil natural scene, featuring tall pine and cypress trees along a gently flowing river. A small boat sways lightly as its occupant engages in delicate tasks, while a figure in red strolls along the shore, playfully interacting with the birds. It conveys a sense of harmony between nature and leisurely human activity.
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.
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