Tradition Transformed

Also today at UMMA I viewed the Tradition Transformed exhibit featuring the work of Chinese master painter, Chang Nu-kien, a member of Taiwan's fabled Seven Friends Painting Society.  The exhibit showcased his transition from his early very formal traditional Chinese painting to a much more personal and expressive technique.  The exhibit had been running since January 23 and was scheduled to close tomorrow.   Even for the untrained eye, his evolving style was evident.  His landscape scenes in Taiwan contrasted nicely with his North American landscapes to provide perspective.  I was especially struck by a simple sketch he did on a sheet of styrofoam which may have served as a cooler lid at some point.  I wish I could remember what the piece was entitled - it was something like True Food and pictured a carrot and other vegetables - a pleasing piece of whimsy.

Taiwan Cross-Island Highway