Art Exhibition of Dai Wei who is known as the philosophical painter for his blazing a trail in Chinese painting field will be held in the National Art Museum of China from August 16, 2010 to August 24, 2010. The works of Dai Wei to be exhibited mainly focus on Chinese paintings created over the years, equally include works concerning calligraphy, seal cutting, manuscripts of illustrations for some literary classics and related literature, which will lead you into the journey of Dai Wei’s 50 years of artistic creation.
Dai Wei is a Chinese-style painter. He advocates looking back to tradition and making the art rooted in the long and splendid Chinese culture. Dai Wei has always insisted on the integration of "inheritance and development" in his nearly half a century of art practice. Therefore, no trace of following others and imitation can be found in his unique style of works involving paintings, calligraphy and seal carving. On the contrary, only the creation made after thinking and exploration inspired by predecessors can be found in his works. He is good at finding the balance between rules and arbitrary expression, and harmonious unification between the pre-design and accidental discovery. His art works not only show the traditional skills, but also demonstrate his individuality and modern consciousness.
Art Exhibition of Dai Wei will make us realize the long history and broadness and profoundness of Chinese civilization, equally presents us with beneficial mental and visual enjoyment.
