Art Exhibition
An Ordinary Feast
Huey-Chih Ho solo exhibition
An Ordinary Feast：Huey-Chih Ho solo exhibition
The exhibition at the Huto International Gallery, titled "Ordinary Feast," showcases the works of artist He Huizhi. She is an artist who follows the path of producing a small quantity of high-quality artworks. In this exhibition, she presents seven of her paintings, all of which are still-life artworks related to everyday objects. However, each piece possesses unique characteristics that not only capture your attention but also leave a lasting impression in your memory. Besides their rich compositions, her works often convey messages, occasionally utilizing religious imagery and symbols, adding depth to her creations.
Utilizing Taiwanese local elements, exhibiting artworks at foreign embassies.
In her artwork “The Beauty of Yushan’s Ecology,” He Huizhi not only focuses on a striking cluster of flowerpots in the center but also incorporates elements of Taiwan’s native species. Numerous birds, including the familiar Formosan black bear, can be spotted in the painting, with another bear climbing a tree in the distance. This is one of He Huizhi’s clever techniques. At first glance, it appears to be a simple still-life painting, but careful observation reveals hidden mysteries within.
Due to the incorporation of Taiwan’s local elements in many of her works, similar to “The Beauty of Yushan’s Ecology,” some pieces are collected and exhibited in foreign embassies or related institutions. Through He Huizhi’s artworks, our allied nations have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of Taiwan. It turns out that the beauty of art can also be combined with diplomatic protocol.
Integrating Christian allegories, infusing faith into artistic creations.
As a devout Christian, He Huizhi imbues some of her paintings with religious significance. For instance, the abundance of “food” depicted represents God’s grace and serves as a metaphor for the beauty of everyday life. The seeds in “Lo Shên’s Flower” symbolize “God’s truth” and the concept of continuous growth. In “Jacob’s Ladder and Red Bean Soup,” she directly references the story of Jacob and Esau’s sibling rivalry from the Bible. “Living Water Spring” represents the presence of Jesus Christ. Although these stories and themes are ancient, the techniques employed are contemporary.
It is not difficult to notice the biblical metaphors related to fruits and seeds. Perhaps for this reason, “flowers” are a frequently used element in He Huizhi’s paintings. Flowers, fruits, and seeds are intertwined, and the prominently displayed floral arrangements in her artwork may not merely represent plants but also emphasize the beauty of everyday life through religious symbolism.
“Living Water Spring”
Using different media and differentiating between the parts and the whole to bring novelty to the creations.
“Deep-Fried Shrimp”
By utilizing different media and distinguishing between the local and the whole, He Huizhi brings freshness to her creations. In the pieces “Deep-Fried Shrimp” and “Lemon and Chocolate,” she explores various mixed media techniques, such as using acrylics, which give the canvas a slightly rough texture, setting them apart from her other oil paintings. Although both are still-life paintings featuring food, they provide viewers with different visual experiences.
“Lemon and Chocolate”
The ingenuity of He Huizhi’s artwork extends beyond this. The composition of her paintings often undergoes various transformations. Sometimes, when viewed in parts, they evoke a sense of abstract art, but when observed as a whole, they form concrete and realistic compositions. It is through these inspirations, ingenuity, and the use of religious allusions that her still-life paintings stand out from the rest.
Ordinary things around us can also be as splendid as a feast.
“Bell Pepper”
The exhibition is titled “Ordinary Feast,” reminding us that “ordinary things” can also be a “splendid feast.” Our everyday lives hold numerous overlooked beauties, and through He Huizhi’s creations, we can appreciate that “beauty” is actually very close to us. It all depends on whether we are willing to appreciate it. If you carefully observe a piece of artwork, you may be amazed or deeply moved by its meaning. Life may seem ordinary, but with a different perspective, it can also be a rich and abundant feast.
Exhibition Title: An Ordinary Feast
Artist: Huey-Chih Ho
Exhibition Period: March 11, 2023 – April 22, 2023
Exhibition Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)
