TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Art not only provides beauty, but also has the ability to change our worldview and provide inspiration. The Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts is now holding several exhibitions that promise to expand viewers' horizons, from overseas artists experimenting with technology to Taiwanese creators of historical significance. Art-lovers in the city should check out these exhibitions before they disappear.
The museum is showcasing works by British artist Von Wolfe in "Von Wolfe: The Garden Fortress", which runs until April 19. This is his first large-scale exhibition in Asia, featuring 70 works spanning nearly two decades. His early works reflect his eclectic style, drawing inspiration from Japanese ukiyo-e, Picasso, and classical masters such as Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci. It also presents his recent work made in collaboration with AI, which combines historical and contemporary imagery with surrealism.
Another exhibition, "After the Rainbow — Huang Tsai-lang Solo Exhibition", held until June 14, showcases the work of Taiwanese painter Huang Tsai-lang (黃才郎). The painter was previously a director for the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, and he has played a role in shaping the development of Taiwanese art since the mid-20th century. The artist is known for his oil paintings underpinned by sketches, which are combined to create a unique effect.
Held until March 1, "About That March: Things I Remember", features artworks made in the wake of the imposition of martial law in Taiwan, including works that were sealed away due to political turmoil. Incorporating art and literature, the exhibition explores how such experiences can be preserved for future generations and reinterpreted. The museum presents nine works from its collection, including pieces made by persecuted artists and those that document victims of this dangerous time in Taiwanese history.