HALF THE SKY

Featured Artists:

• Cui Fei: Born in Jinan, China, Cui Fei’s work intricately weaves natural materials to explore themes of language and cultural identity. Her installations have graced esteemed venues like the Museum of Arts and Design in New York and the Rietberg Museum in Zurich.

• Katinka Huang: Shanghai-born and London-raised, Katinka Huang’s paintings are exercises in satirical storytelling, dissecting the nuances of identity and femininity. Her works challenge the boundaries between fiction and reality, often portraying vulnerability through grotesque and exposed figures.

• Cai Jin: Renowned for her vibrant “Banana Plant” series, Cai Jin’s oil paintings delve into themes of beauty, fertility, and sexuality. Her expressive use of color and form has positioned her as a leading figure in contemporary Chinese art.

• Yin Mei: A choreographer and visual artist, Yin Mei bridges Eastern and Western artistic traditions. Her dance-theater works are known for their introspective nature, often exploring themes of memory, trauma, and cultural identity.

• Lin Tianmiao: One of China’s first internationally recognized contemporary female artists, Lin Tianmiao is celebrated for her thread-wrapped installations that challenge traditional notions of femininity and domesticity.

• Shen Ling: A graduate of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, Shen Ling’s paintings capture the psychological landscapes of contemporary life, often portraying intimate and emotionally charged scenes.

• Xiao Lu: Gaining fame for her 1989 performance “Dialogue,” where she shot her own installation, Xiao Lu’s work confronts issues of gender, communication, and societal constraints through performance and installation art.

• Edie Xu: An interdisciplinary artist, Edie Xu’s work spans fashion, sculpture, and installation. Her pieces often explore the abject and the body’s interiority, utilizing materials like kombucha leather to mimic organic decay.

• Li Daiyun: A realist painter born in Beijing, Li Daiyun approaches her art with discipline and precision. Her works have been featured in numerous exhibitions, including those at Ethan Cohen KuBe.

• Guo Zhen: Hailing from Shandong, Guo Zhen’s art delves into themes of feminism and introspection, challenging patriarchal structures and advocating for women’s empowerment through her evocative pieces.