Cao Weihong - Solo Exhibition Art Scene Classic May 10th - May 24th, 2008 2/F, Bldg No 4, 50 Moganshan Road
The delicate aesthetics and provoking themes within young Cao Weihong’s work is compelling and curious. Her portrayals of women in traditional Chinese society are as sensitive as they are sensual. She pays close attention to ornate objects such as vases or beautifully carved wooden Chinese screens and juxtaposes these classical or ‘traditional’ objects with half clothed or entirely naked women. Are these females ‘household objects' of value or desire? Cao’s delicate brushstrokes paired with an earthy color palette gives ample mood and atmosphere to her paintings. The bold contours and seemingly 'candle lit' shadows within her work speak of secrets. This leaves much to be interpreted by the viewer.
