Chen Li in his studio in Kunming, China

Chen Li in his studio in Kunming, China

 
 
“I am inspired by searching for new possibilities of expression in the context of my culture and ideology... From childhood, I studied Chinese ink painting, calligraphy, colour theory, philosophy and poetry, as well as Western theories and oil painting. Now, I am re-examining [these concepts] … from the standpoint of my own emotions, perceptions and cultural background … in search for new possibilities.”
— Chen Li
 
 
 
 
“Chen Li’s art is a living art, constantly evolving. This excerpt from my 2016 interview with him perhaps sums it up best:
Katrine Levin: “Tell me something you don’t love, and why?”
“Chen Li: I don’t like Karaoke because you just repeat after others.”””