Every single line and stroke in Chen Xi’s drawings is done free-handed; to this day the artist remains true to this fundamental ideal. The series of drawings have a homogeneity in style, while each is unique in itself. Chen strives to combine the elements of Asian and European art traditions. Chen Xi has been continuously working on his “perfect-in-form” ink-pen drawing for over a decade—seems as if the shape already existed in the core of the paper and Chen purely helps it to develop. The technique of plume drawing is based on the traditional Chinese art. The abstract forms are drawn with ink pen made in the tradition of European art history, which radiates perfection and elegance.

Opening Reception: 24th February (Saturday), 3-6 pm

Gallery address: 7/F Vogue Bldg, 67 Wyndham St, Central