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Xiaoqing Zhang: New Classics at Agora Gallery NYC

Agora Gallery
530 West 25th St, Chelsea,
New York, New York, USA
May 20, 2016 To Jun 09, 2016


Detail: NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Shandong artist Xiaoqing Zhang in Elixir of Nature. The exhibition opens on May 20th, 2016 and runs through June 9th, 2016 with an opening reception on May 26th, from 6 – 8PM. Any art lover who enjoys thought-provoking artworks and meeting talented and interesting artists is encouraged to attend.

About the Artist

Xiaoqing Zhang’s beautifully airy paintings demonstrate that tradition can be full of life. Zhang paints with watercolor and ink on rice paper in what seems, in many ways, like a classic Chinese style. Her brushstrokes are expertly calibrated, her shapes are spare but nuanced, and her scenes rest against the familiar white space that serves as a background in so many ancient Chinese brush paintings. Her subject matter is timeless as well: sprigs of flowers, koi, roosters, or a simple tea service.

Zhang’s work, however, contains an x-factor that is partly pure verve, and partly the knowledge of the many styles of contemporary art. Zhang calls the masters of Chinese painting her main influences, but she also benefits from seeing the bold lines and graphic compositions of non-representational and abstract art. Her hand is alive with energy, and her colors are unexpected and playful.

Zhang was born in Shandong, China, where she continues to live today. She has exhibited in her home province and her work was once selected for use on a Chinese national stamp.

Exhibition Dates: May 20, 2016 – June 9, 2016
Reception: Thursday May 26, 2016, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 11-6
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th St, Chelsea, New York
Event URL: http://www.agora-gallery.com/artistpage/Xiaoqing_Zhang.aspx

Featured Artists

Gerry Defries | Juli Schuszler | Erin Cooke | Natia Malazonia | Javier Pastor | Simon Raskina | TOTO | Susana Cecilia Taratuty | Xiaoqing Zhang | Joan Shimabukuro | Andrea De Luigi | Kirsi Neuvonen | Marilyn Cochrane | Carla Negron | Judy Howie Coury | Kristina Garon | Susan Marx | Tina McDowell

About the Exhibition

Magical May Art at Agora Gallery

The artworks of Elixir of Nature express the individual perspectives of artists who have spent time examining and peeling back the layers of what we ordinarily accept as reality to uncover the mysterious and almost magical nature of the world. From abstraction to photorealism, the artists in this exhibition prove their mastery over color and form by elevating their subjects from just visual to immersive, sensational experiences.

About Agora Gallery

Agora Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery located in the heart of Chelsea’s fine art district in New York. Established in 1984, Agora Gallery specializes in connecting art dealers and collectors with national and international artists. The art gallery’s expert consultants are available to assist corporate and private clients in procuring original artwork to meet their organization’s specific needs and budget requirements. With a strong online presence and popular online gallery, ARTmine, coupled with the spacious and elegant physical gallery space, the work of our talented artists, who work in diverse media and styles, can receive the attention it deserves. Over the years Agora Gallery has sponsored and catered to special events aimed at fostering social awareness and promoting the use of art to help those in need.

Phone No.: 212.226.4151 ext. 202
Contact Name: Olga Ku
Contact Email: [email protected]
Site URL: http://www.agora-gallery.com/artistpage/Xiaoqing_Zhang.aspx


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