Adam Shen Xudong / 沈旭东 （ b.1965)
Pulau Ubin
乌敏岛
Chinese Ink on Rice Paper/宣纸水墨画
97 x 60 cm
In Pulau Ubin (乌敏岛), Shen captures the peaceful beauty of Pulau Ubin, one of Singapore’s last rural islands in the north-east. At the center is the last authentic Tudor-style house in Singapore, highlighted with bright red roof tiles that stand out against the softer ink tones of the landscape.
The house is surrounded by lush trees, winding paths, and tall coconut palms, showing the island’s natural charm. On the right, a jetty stretches into calm waters, a familiar sight for visitors arriving by boat. Small red boats near the shore echo the red roof, creating balance in the scene.
A lone figure sits quietly near the boats, reflecting the island’s simple and peaceful lifestyle, a contrast to the busy city. Shen blends traditional Chinese brushwork and calligraphy with local scenery, paying tribute to a way of life that is slowly disappearing.
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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