Adam Shen Xudong / 沈旭东 （ b.1965)
Osaka Castle Park
大阪城公园
Chinese Ink on Rice Paper/宣纸水墨画
50 x 95 cm
The artist captured a sunset scene at Osaka Castle Park, where the warm hues of the orange skyline harmonized with the soft pink of the cherry blossoms near the river.
He employed a bold and unconventional color palette to convey the emotions evoked in that moment—something his eyes could perceive, but a camera could not fully capture.
The poem created by the artist reflects a poignant moment where the beauty of cherry blossoms in full bloom serves as a backdrop to the theme of fleeting encounters and cherished connections, the lines delicately weave imagery of nature with human emotion, reflecting on the impermanence of life, encounters, and relationships.
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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