“The tangled gestures are hidden in the shining light. I rehearse countless times in my heart, just to hide the anxiety and unease in my heart.” – Wang Jinbo

SENS Gallery is pleased to announce “The Magical Safehouse” in collaboration with XU Gallery in Shanghai. The exhibition will showcase the work of Chinese artist Wang Jinbo, on view from 24th of November to 10th of December 2022. “The Magical Safehouse” explores the dreamlike worlds of Wang’s artworks, reflecting on the tranquility and repose he feels within the universe he creates.

Glittering lights brighten across the surface of Wang Jinbo’s paintings, used as an artistic language to express comfort and security from the anxiety plaguing the artist and the generation he belongs to. Psychological instability is veiled under ethereality, a reflection of the social phenomenon where individuals feel simultaneously social yet isolated.

The journey of exploring his inner self is Wang Jinbo’s process of creation to achieve self-reconciliation. The pandemic provided him with solitary contemplation and opportunity for self-exploration, allowing him to create artwork that he hopes resonates with viewers to reconcile with themselves. Identifying as an individual with insecurities and social fear, he is only letting go of everything when he puts himself within the worlds he constructs. Comfort and familiarity take precedence in Wang’s creative mindset, focusing on scenes and characters that hold understanding and relevance to his feelings.

Gallery address: Room 08, 19/F, Landmark South, Wong Chuk Hang