Exhibition – Between Mountains and Rivers
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09-13.02.2023
Bai-Xue Lin
From the 9th of February to the 13th of March, Limestone Books will host a showcase of print works by the artist Lin Baixue. Inspired by the stunning landscapes of her hometown in Zhangjiajie, Lin explores the rugged beauty of nature and the impact of man on the environment.
Entitled “Between Mountains and Rivers”, this series of monotypes is divided into two parts, each depicting a different facet of the mountains. On one hand, the viewer is transported to a mystical world of rain-drenched summers and misty peaks, where the natural landscape is captured in all its vivid hues. On the other hand, the artist reveals the darker side of humanity’s impact on the environment, presenting black, polluted mountains in stark contrast to the lush, green landscapes.
With her use of raw forms and abstract expression, Lin simplifies her subjects and captures the essence of the natural world, showcasing the majesty of mountain rivers, blackened peaks, and rushing streams.
Monotypes belong to the monoprinting family and are single-printed works, meaning these works cannot be duplicated. These single-printed works are produced by painting an image onto an acrylic board, and through the use of Chinese brushes, fluid ink, and oil paint, the artist creates a sense of motion and captures the fluidity of water. Each monotype is a one-of-a-kind creation, a testament to the momentary effects of time and the irreversible consequences of human action. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and thought-provoking themes of Lin Baixue’s “Between Mountains and Rivers.”
We warmly invite you to join us for the opening, which will take place on February 9 at 20:00