臺北科大藝文中心

Exhibition Period｜2023/08/22～09/03

The 26th Annual Exhibition of the Taipei Figure Painting Society brings together a dedicated group of artists bound by their passion for the human form. Utilizing oil, watercolor, mixed media, conté crayon, ceramic carving, and wood sculpture, the collection spans the entire artistic spectrum—from realism to abstraction, and tradition to modernity. The kinetic beauty and sheer vitality of the human body captured in these works effortlessly guide the thoughts of every onlooker. Among the exhibiting artists, Lin Xian-zong’s technique masterfully synthesizes the great Taiwanese masters of early generations. His iconic oil paintings, The Seven Fairies and Contemplation, are quintessential examples of his brilliance; by capturing the shifting nature of skin tones under light and shadow, he layers rich blocks of color to reveal a delicate yet anatomically precise muscular structure. In contrast, Chiang Lien-ni excels at transforming the spirit of concrete figures into timeless abstraction. Painted with mixed media such as acrylic and charcoal, her works like Abstract: Untitled Lovers and Abstract: Untitled lean into postmodern and Fauvist aesthetics. Characterized by powerful brushstrokes, highly abstracted shapes, and a bold palette, her canvases maintain an overall harmony while radiating passion and motion. Though the members vary widely in subject matter, choice of medium, style, and technique, they consistently utilize bold lines and agile, sensitive brushwork to bring the gestures and spiritual essence of their subjects to life. Notably, a sketch titled The View from Behind employs an extensive use of negative space, offering an entirely fresh perspective on figure drawing. Through these diverse stylistic interpretations, the artists successfully communicate their deepest thoughts and feelings, leaving visitors inspired to think about the intersection of the human body and fine art in a whole new light.

Performance Highlights