An exclusive interview with the well-known contemporary artist and curator Xi Wang and his path to contemporary art

LONDON, UK, 29 December 2023 – Regina Burgher’s exclusive interview with contemporary artist curator Xi Wang on December 21, 2023

Xi Wang is a Chinese international art curator, artist and art writer who focuses on contemporary philosophy and art research. He graduated from the Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and founded Shanghai Yaosha Cultural Communication Co., Ltd. in 2018. He is a member of the American Oil Painting Society and the American Oil Painting and Acrylic Society, and has conducted art exchange inspections and curated exhibitions in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Monaco, the Vatican and other countries. He frequently travels between Europe and China and has extensive experience in international art curation and exhibitions.

As an artist, Xi Wang has frequently participated in exhibitions on the international stage in recent years. His works have been exhibited at the London Contemporary Art Fair in 2023; the Paris Contemporary Art Juried Exhibition in 2022, the International Contemporary Art Fair at the Carrousel Exhibition Hall of the Louvre in Paris, and the Independent Art Salon of the Grand Palais Museum in Paris. His works are diverse in style, full of creativity and depth of thought, and are deeply recognized by the international art community.

As a curator, Xi Wang has rich curatorial experience both internationally and domestically. Since 2016, he has been curating independently and has achieved a series of international reputations. In recent years, he has curated many solo and group exhibitions, providing many artists with the opportunity to display their works. His solo exhibitions include French artist Remy Ayron's solo exhibition, Xu Songbo's solo exhibition, Hui Yuge's solo exhibition, Guo Yaguan's solo exhibition, Yan Zeming's solo exhibition and Wang Shouzhang's solo exhibition, etc. His group exhibitions include London Contemporary Juried Exhibition, RESTART International Contemporary Art Exhibition, Excellent Chinese and Foreign Art Exhibition, Jing·Jing International Glass Art Exhibition, Modern Art Exhibition, National Oil Painting Famous Invitational Exhibition, Beijing Contemporary Art Exhibition, etc.

Xi Wang’s curatorial style is unique and avant-garde, focusing on the connotation of artistic works and the contemporary diversity of expressions. He is committed to promoting international art exchange and promotion. Currently, he mainly promotes dialogue and exchanges between different cultures in China and the West by holding exhibitions and events in China, France, the United Kingdom and other countries. He has rich curatorial experience and is highly praised by internationally renowned artists and audiences such as Prasad Beaven, Leng Jun, and Mark Tangi.

 

Xi Wang's artistic works and curatorial activities have not only been well received domestically, but have also been recognized internationally. Internationally renowned contemporary artists who have participated in the exhibitions curated by Wang Xi, such as Annie Trevorah from the UK, Rémy Aron from France, Phil Hohn from Germany, Stacy Isenbarger from the United States, and other artists have all emerged as dazzling artists from the exhibitions curated by him. Through his own efforts and talents, he has established a good image for Chinese contemporary art on the international stage and built a bridge for exchanges between Chinese and foreign artists. His achievements and contributions are not only reflected in the field of art, but also made important contributions to China's cultural exchanges and international influence.

Xi Wang is a passionate and creative contemporary artist and curator. His "Metaphysics Series" works and curated exhibitions not only demonstrate his love and talent for art, but also reflect his deep thinking and unique insights into the development of contemporary art. Through his efforts and influence, he has made important contributions to the development of the art world and international cultural exchanges. We look forward to more exciting performances and achievements from him in the future.

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