SZ teen Huang Tsingz holds solo oil painting exhibition in Tokyo

Shenzhen teen Huang Tsingz recently held a solo oil painting exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. Her creative journey has been featured as reading material in the 2025 Shenzhen high school entrance exam.

The exhibition, titled Impressions of Flowing Light and Shadow, took place from June 26 to 30 at Tower Hall Funabori in Tokyo. It showcased a series of large-scale triptych oil paintings, including Impressions of the Yimin River and Impressions of the Miandu River, inspired by the ever-changing natural light and landscapes of the northern Chinese grasslands.

Visitors appreciate Huang Tsingz’s works at Tower Hall Funabori in Tokyo. Photos courtesy of the interviewee

Blending Eastern artistic philosophy with Western techniques, Huang captures fleeting moments of flowing water, sunlight, and mountain silhouettes, transforming them into serene visual meditations. “I want my brush to immortalize those transient yet eternally beautiful moments,” Huang shared with Shenzhen Daily.

The choice of venue holds special significance. Tower Hall Funabori, one of Tokyo’s three iconic towers, symbolizes cultural openness and artistic exchange. The harmony between nature and human creativity there creates an ideal setting for Huang’s exhibition. “I hope to host exhibitions in culturally meaningful locations, using art to bridge East and West,” she explained.

The exhibition not only highlights the global outlook of Shenzhen’s youth but also reflects their awareness of environmental issues. For Huang, it is an opportunity to share her artistic vision and inspire her peers.

Beyond demonstrating her talent, the exhibition served as a cultural bridge between China and Japan. During the event, Huang engaged with Japanese artists and audiences, sharing her creative process and insights.

                                                                  Shenzhen teen artist Huang Tsingz.

Huang believes that exhibiting at Tower Hall Funabori emphasizes the importance of a global perspective and cross-cultural exchange for young artists. Through her work, she aims to tell “life stories” that transcend cultures and contribute to international artistic dialogue.

A Shenzhen Daily article documenting Huang’s artistic journey — she is the youngest gold award winner of the 2024 Forbes China Youth Artists 100 Competition — was included this June as featured reading in the Shenzhen high school entrance exam.