Creative calligraphic works 'Flourish' at Gallery MC

Creative calligraphic works by Chinese artist He Chi are on display at the “Flourish” exhibition at the Gallery MC in OCT-LOFT.

Since 2004, He has been creating unique calligraphic works based on ancient masterpieces. He applies colors in some strokes, giving calligraphy a contemporary twist. The “Flourish” exhibition mainly presents the artist’s regular-script calligraphy based on some ancient works from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

A calligraphic work by He Chi is on display at Gallery MC. Photo from the gallery

The exhibition is not only the visual manifestation of He’s colorful calligraphy, but also provides a reflection on the Chinese civilization built with Chinese characters.

The Tang Dynasty saw the perfection of Chinese calligraphy, with flourishing works for later calligraphy learners. That was an age of prosperity in the history of Chinese civilization. Pieces by Ouyang Xun (557-641), Yan Zhenqing (709-784) and Liu Gongquan (778-865) have been admired by calligraphy learners for centuries. Their works reflect the core spirit of traditional calligraphy and the expression of humanity.

A graduate from the Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts, He creates works in a variety of forms, including poetry, performance art, installation, sculpture, video, photography, painting and calligraphy.

Dates: Until March 26

Hours: 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., closed Mondays

Venue: Gallery MC, 2/F, Block A4, North Area, OCT-LOFT, Nanshan District (华侨城创意文化园北区A4栋二楼美成空间)

Metro: Line 2 to Qiaocheng North Station (侨城北站), Exit B