About the artwork
Hong Zhu An demonstrates his skilful artistic technique in this abstract painting, which is devoid of all recognisable imagery. The artist mixes warm and cool tones harmoniously, with the vivid red that spreads across the canvas bringing a sense of movement and energy, that is complemented by the more muted blue which conveys a subtle aura of tranquility. This poetic work calms the mind through its minimalistic form, yet simultaneously offers insightful abstract interpretation with its enchanting visuals.
About the artist
Chinese-born Hong Zhu An (b. 1955) is one of the finest artists in Singapore today. Trained under famous art scholar Wang Zidou at the Shanghai Art and Craft Institute, the artist is proficient in both Chinese and Western Art. Painting in acrylic and ink, his works exude a serenity and energy that calms the mind and offers insightful abstract interpretation alongside enchanting visuals. Constantly growing in both skill and prestige, he has exhibited his works in South East Asia, the USA and Australia and has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the UOB Painting of the Year ‘Grand Award’. His works have been collected by major institutions such as the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, Princeton University Museum in New York, the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and Singapore Art Museum.