A new generation of artists in China today occupies a peculiar position. Weary of academy traditions, the overkill of political pop and cynical realisms, yet keenly aware and critical of contemporary phenomenon, these artists often possess strong individual expressions whose works create small waves, albeit contained within a close-knitted art circle and are less talked about nor circulated. The emergence of artist groups such as Shuang Fei, Shufu, and Observation Society; and collective activities such as Small Production, and Jump seem to suggest a need for a stronger collective voice, which are not taken seriously or which some may dismiss as being 'comfort zones' for the insecure.

Biography is a selective examination of these 'individual expressions'. The artists included in this exhibition--Hu Xiangqian, Li Ming, Li Mu, Tang Dixin, and Zhao Zhao--belong to a new generation of artists whose works are arguably symptomatic of the youths in China today: alternately personal, rebellious, indifferent, absurd...

Curated by Biljana Ciric and Khim Ong

Participating artists: Hu Xianqian (Guangzhou), Li Ming (Hangzhou), Li Mu (Shanghai), Tang Dixin (Shanghai), and Zhao Zhao (Beijing)

On View: January 23 - February 28, 2010
Opening Reception: January 22, 2010, 6PM

Venue: Osage Kwun Tong
5/F, Kian Dai Industrial Building,
73-75 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong,
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2793.4817

Opening Hours:
Monday-Sunday: 10AM-7PM

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