Xuemei Huang, Dengqian Xu
Shaping: Metalsmiths Dual Dialogue
Metalwork | Exhibition | Expressionism
Curator : Veronique Chen
“Shaping: Metalsmiths Dual Dialogue” unites two artists inspired by Deptford’s metalworking heritage, crafting captivating narratives through metal and other materials. Huang, influenced by Taoist philosophy, molds metal into varied forms, evoking the essence of time. Xu delves into metal’s emotional resonance, capturing scars and marks symbolizing conflicts. Transcending time, their artworks invite reflection on metal’s profound significance and intertwine local heritage with contemporary expression. Join this harmonious yet contrasting artistic dialogue, exploring the multifaceted nature of metal.
A performance followed by artist talk would take place at 3pm, 30th Sep, both on line and in No Format Gallery.
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