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This past weekend was very interesting. I went with Courtney, Dallas and Ricardo to the “Art District” of Beijing. It was very eclectic and resembled certain parts of Miami beach… excluding the beach. I found that most of the art was either contemporary or a mixture of traditional China with an abstract appeal. (dynasty, dragons ect.)
My experience with art galleries has always been disappointing. Some kind of artist displays their interpretation of art and attempts to sell it at a high price；i always leave a gallery yearning to hold a piece of what i saw. I would think that an unknown artist or even a famous one would want to sell their art at an inexpensive price so more people could experience what they are trying to articulate through their expressions. While in the Art District i was able to pick up some high quality art pieces for around 8 RMB($1.22) each， whereas in New York or even Orlando you could not purchase what i bought for less than $30. The inexpensive Chinese goods we find in America are even more inexpensive in China, therefor if you shop smart you can live a decent life on $15-20 a week.
I really hope i can visit the Art District again while in Beijing.. possibly Wednesday.
* My host father bought me a solar cell phone charger for 30 RMB at the Pearl Market. Its awesome!
Hi Paul,
Is there a central theme to Chinese Art? What are the galleries like compared to those in America? Have you met any artists there and have you learned to write characters on canvas?
Love Mom