Art biennale kicks off in Yangzhou

The 2018 Yangzhou Art Biennale commenced at Yangzhou Art Museum on Oct 18 and will last until Nov 5, showcasing 212 pieces of paintings depicting various kinds of themes such as daily life and animals.

As the year 2018 marks the 40th anniversary of reform and opening-up in China, artworks themed on Yangzhou's achievements over the last 40 years are also being exhibited.

"I was born in Yangzhou, the culture and humanistic landscapes here influenced me a lot," said Wang Weiwei, whose painting named Yangzhou Memory is on show at the exhibition.

This year's biennale, in addition to inviting artists from Jiangsu province, is also showcasing works from elsewhere, including Shanghai, Fujian and Shandong.

"Compared with the previous biennale, this year's exhibition has reached a higher level and the exhibits are of higher quality," said An Yumin, director of the Yangzhou Chinese Painting Academy.

"I'm glad to see many young artists have participated in the event. Their works are at the forefront of the latest art trends, which our older artists can learn from," An added.

An said the biennale can further boost local artists' passion for creation and contribute to the development of Yangzhou art.

A total of 212 pieces of paintings depicting various kinds of themes such as daily life and animals are showcased at the 2018 Yangzhou Art Biennale. [Photo/yznews.cn]