Shangmei Xizhou: A Fusion of Narrative and Abstraction
Celebrated as one of China’s eminent 31 young painters, Shangmei Xizhou, born in 1990, has already carved a significant mark in the global art arena at the age of 33. Her distinguished series, “Picnic on the Grass” has not only been recognized domestically but has also been honoured with a place in the prestigious Louvre Museum. Such an accolade, especially for an emerging artist, is not just a testament to her unparalleled talent but also serves as a monumental encouragement for her future endeavours.
Shangmei Xizhou’s artistry is characterized by its non-representational style, where she masterfully blends action painting with a unique narrative approach. Her works resonate with the dynamism of primal life forces, offering viewers an improvised soulful experiment and a conscious, yet restrained, celebration of expression. Even in an era where abstract expressionism is deemed to have reached its zenith, Shangmei Xizhou continues to push boundaries, crafting pieces that are abstract yet not entirely so.
Her audacious approach to art is evident in her willingness to tread close to the edges, daringly adopting a style that is essentially ‘style-less’. Through her creations, she delves deep into various societal topics, using her canvas as a medium to provoke thought and challenge conventions.
Title: Picnic / 2
Year: 2019
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / 4
Year: 2020
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / 11
Year: 2022
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / 13
Year: 2023
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / 11
Year: 2022
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / 11
Year: 2022
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: Picnic / Gemini 3-2
Year: 2022
Dimensions: 60 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas, Pearl Pen, Perspex
Title: Picnic / Ensemble 2
Year: 2023
Dimensions: 150 x 180 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Title: TOS 4619015
Year: 2023
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas, Gold Foil Paint
Title: TOS 4619014
Year: 2023
Dimensions: 80 x 80 cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas, Gold Foil Paint