The Australian Academy of Painting held the -Invitational Exhibition of Chinese and Western Paintings- in Sydney

On September 8, the “Chinese-Western Painting Invitation Exhibition,” co-hosted by the Australian Academy of Art and the Australian Chinese Association, took place in Sydney, attracting a diverse crowd of art professionals and leaders from the Chinese community.

In an exclusive interview, Daio Zhenmou, Honorary President of the Australian Chinese Association, highlighted the crucial contributions of Chinese Australians to society. He remarked, “Promoting Chinese culture and inheriting our rich traditions is a responsibility we must embrace. Art is a powerful vehicle for cultural dissemination.” He elaborated on Australia’s multicultural landscape, which offers a distinctive platform for showcasing Chinese culture, underscoring the pivotal role Chinese artists play in preserving and advancing this heritage.

Wang Mingke, President of the Australian Academy of Art, provided compelling insights during his address. He stated that the exhibition serves as a vital artistic exchange between Chinese and Western cultures, striving to promote and convey Chinese cultural values. “Since the academy was founded, we have focused on encouraging artists to blend local Australian elements with traditional Chinese culture,” he explained. He believes that the merging of Chinese and Western painting techniques creates a vibrant spectrum of artistic expression.

Wang also discussed the academy’s commitment to fostering Sino-Australian artistic exchanges through a combination of online and in-person exhibitions. “In the wake of Australia’s devastating bushfires and during the pandemic, artists have used their work to express social concerns and convey hopeful visions for the future, actively enhancing cultural exchange and fostering friendship between China and Australia,” he noted.

Wang Lijun, President of the Australian Federation of Literary and Art Circles, commented on the paintings featured in the exhibition as a reflection of the creativity blossoming in Australia’s art scene in recent years. “These artworks not only showcase the mutual borrowing and innovation between Chinese and Western art but also illustrate the deep integration and elevation of both cultures through artistic expression,” he concluded.