Lianhe Zaobao: Renting Space at Bras Basah Complex for Two Years — Chen Shi Jin Rotates Ink Paintings by Theme
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Lianhe Zaobao: Renting Space at Bras Basah Complex for Two Years — Chen Shi Jin Rotates Ink Paintings by Theme

"Through Rain and Night" foregrounds rain and night — subjects rarely explored in Chinese ink painting. Chen has spent decades working out how to render these elusive conditions: the scattered glow of fishing boats at night, wind-driven rain sweeping across Guizhou terraces, the particular haziness that falls between darkness and light. The result is a body of work that goes well beyond technique, weaving rhythm and feeling into every brushstroke.

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The Straits Times: No bouquets please
Chen Shi Jin Gallery Chen Shi Jin Gallery

The Straits Times: No bouquets please

"I paint to make people happy." he says. "If you want to do a commentary on society, the pen works better than the brush. Paintings should celebrate life."

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