張小霞 ZHANG, Diana

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Artist Statement

The figurative Neo-expressionist style paintings express the Diana Zhang 's childhood memories and reflections of daily life that evoke collective memories of China after the Cultural Revolution, using a moody palette combined with raw brush strokes to discover psychological spaces.

Artist Profile

Diana Zhang's artistic journey started at a young age. Born in Ji Lin Province in northeastern China at the end of the Cultural Revolution, Diana's artworks reflect her personal memories of this tumultuous period and her journey of self discovery. Having first established a successful career in bespoke jewellery during the 'Open Door' era of China's development, Diana turned to painting to allow her to fully express her cultural identity. Her paintings are a contemporary commentary of the ongoing struggles of her generation. Muzi Series is her most recent collection of paintings and explores the emotional vulnerability that will resonate with everyone who experienced coming of age in China during the 1970s and 80s.

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