Ink Art Exhibition – Embracing Ecological Return: Solar Terms

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Exploring the Solar Terms Through Ink Art: 2024 Exhibition
Introduction to Solar Terms:
The Solar Terms, an ancient Chinese calendar system, divide the year into 24 seasons based on the changing climate and plant life. Originally devised by farmers to navigate the agricultural landscape, these terms offer insights into nature’s patterns and rhythms. This traditional calendar system continues to guide our understanding and adaptation to the cyclical changes in the environment.
Embracing Ecological Harmony:
In the upcoming 2024 exhibition, titled *2024 Ink Symphony – Solar Terms*, the fusion of ink art with the essence of nature will be showcased. Through a year-long display of ink paintings suspended amidst a forest, the exhibition aims to narrate the intertwined journey of life and ecology.
Venue and Significance:
Located within the Eastover Eco-Village, an enclave surrounded by pristine forests and natural water sources, the exhibition venue symbolizes a rare coexistence of humans, wildlife, and lush greenery. This sanctuary, meticulously preserved to prevent any secondary pollution, serves as a unique setting for the dialogue between art and the environment.
Artistic Interpretation and Interaction:
The inherent natural properties of ink wash art align seamlessly with the environment. When art breathes in the surrounding nature, the ink and paper absorb the essence of the ecosystem, creating a harmonious blend between artistic expression and ecological elements.
Artwork Dynamics:
Art, akin to an independent entity, holds the power to engage with either the bustling urban milieu or the serene wilderness. Each piece establishes its unique relationship with humanity or nature, shaping its trajectory. The exhibition, spanning two months in the gallery and a year in the forest, encapsulates the diverse spectrum of art’s influence and resonance.
Event Details:

• Date: July 27, 2024 – July 26, 2025 (Forest), July 27, 2024 – September 30, 2024 (Gallery)
• Curators: Ping Jie, Xu-Yu Hsu
• Artists: Lan Zhenghui, Li Gang, Qin Feng, Zhang Zhaohui
• Location: Eastover Eco-Village, Massachusetts, USA / Eastover Eco-Village Art Space
• Organizers: Eastover Eco-Village, Eastover Eco-Village Contemporary Art Space, Lake Foundation, Tianbao Art

Conclusion:
Witness the convergence of art and nature as the exhibition captures the essence of the Solar Terms through the transformative journey of ink art in the serene landscapes of Eastover Eco-Village. Let the brushstrokes of ink paintings echo the whispers of the environment, crafting an unforgettable narrative that intertwines artistry with ecological splendor.
时间: 2024年7月27日- 2025年7月26日（森林）2024年7月27日- 9月30日（展厅）
策展: 平杰 许玉富
艺术家: 蓝正辉 李纲 秦风 张朝晖
地点: 美国麻州东来山庄 / 东来山庄艺术空间
主办: 东来生态庄园，东来山庄当代艺术空间，莱克基金会，天宝艺术