Combining painting and gold inlay: Yide Yanglou hosts 'Revival of Ancient Civilization Palace Tin Art' exhibition
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- An exhibition titled "Revival of Ancient Civilization Palace Tin Art" is now open at the Yide Yanglou in Taichung, Taiwan, running until September 22.
- The exhibition showcases the work of artist Lin Bao-rong, who combines traditional painting and gold-inlay techniques with tin art.
- Lin's family team, "Xuan Hui Fang Art Studio," collaborates on the pieces, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expression.
The Yide Yanglou in Taichung, Taiwan, is currently hosting a unique exhibition, "Revival of Ancient Civilization Palace Tin Art," which opened on July 26 and will continue until September 22. This exhibition highlights the intricate tin art creations of artist Lin Bao-rong, who has dedicated herself to preserving and evolving traditional crafts.
Lin Bao-rong, inspired by her passion for painting, began her journey into tin art in 2006 under the tutelage of artist Li Wen-wu. Initially focusing on traditional temple art, she was encouraged by her mentor to explore more contemporary artistic avenues. Now, working with her husband, daughter, and son as the "Xuan Hui Fang Art Studio," Lin integrates traditional painting and gold-inlay techniques into her tin creations. The family's collaborative efforts aim to present traditional craftsmanship in a modern context.
Tin from simple daily necessities to high-end religious items, Lin Bao-rong's creation is slowly moving towards the field of art.
Huang Xin-chang, CEO of the operating company for Yide Yanglou, a century-old cultural asset, noted the significance of Li Wen-wu, a preserver of intangible cultural heritage. He expressed enthusiasm for Lin's tin art, describing how the material, often associated with simple items, is elevated to an artistic realm through her work. Lin herself has expanded her repertoire beyond traditional dragon candle holders to include subjects like peacocks and children, demonstrating the versatility of tin as an artistic medium.
Lin's daughter, Lin Jing-wen, is poised to inherit the tradition, expressing a commitment to carrying forward the art of tin crafting. She aims to blend traditional techniques with modern aesthetics, hoping to make tin art appealing to younger generations. The exhibition at Yide Yanglou offers a glimpse into this family's dedication to artistic innovation and the enduring beauty of traditional Taiwanese crafts.
In the future, with the encouragement of my mother Lin Bao-rong, I will take the inheritance of tin art as my mission, integrating traditional and modern elements, hoping that tin art can become an artwork that young people also like.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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