Quan guo mei shu zhan: National art exhibition, R.O.C.

Abstract

"When the first National Art Exhibition R.O.C. competition was held in 2011 by the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (NTMoFA) under the guidance of the Ministry of Culture, it immediately attracted the attention of the art world. Amid the high expectations of artists, the National Art Exhibition R.O.C. is entering its 11th year and has attracted almost one thousand outstanding work submissions. Through the review and display process of open calls, selection, award system, and exhibition of the NTMoFA, the National Art Exhibition R.O.C. has become a leading event in the art world of Taiwan. Due to the unique geographical location and historical context, the culture, society, and environment of Taiwan have received inspiration both from the east and the west, which has developed into the singular cultural scene of Taiwan. Rooted in the efforts to respond to artists’ need to exchange ideas, provid the opportunity to present experiences, and encourage the people of Taiwan to engage in artistic creation, the National Art Exhibition R.O.C. provides a platform for artistic exchange and allows different creative concepts to engage in dialogues. As the exhibition upholds the mission of organizing and displaying the best of Taiwanese art, the National Art Exhibition R.O.C. hopes that more creatives will join and invigorate the art scene of Taiwan. The works submitted for the 2022 National Art Exhibition R.O.C. span 11 categories: ink painting, calligraphy, seal carving, gouache work, oil painting, watercolor, print, sculpture, photography, new media art, and mixed media. [...] This year’s exhibition continues to witness the advancement of veteran artists and the emergence of new talents; the works illustrate the artist’s experiences, explorations of life and their surroundings, observations of the city or insight into social issues, as well as other encounters and perspectives. The aesthetic and cultural references of the works are gateways to exploring the deep-seated connection between the art trends and the pulsations of Taiwanese society, showcasing Taiwan’s vibrant creative energy and the recent currents of style and expression of Taiwanese fine art."-- Preface, page 5.