Xiao Lang Select

Author: Xiao Lang
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Xiao Lang, also known as Yin Jin (Xi) by name and Lang by courtesy name, styled as the owner of Pingxiang Pavilion. He is a renowned contemporary Chinese painter of flowers and birds and a distinguished art educator. Born in November 1917 in Beijing, he is a member of the China Artists Association, honorary vice president of the Tianjin Artists Association, and a professor at Tianjin Academy of Fine Arts. He enjoys special government subsidies for experts.
Xiao Lang's flower-and-bird paintings predominantly employ the small freehand style. His works are characterized by concise yet vivid imagery, refined and natural brushwork, rich and elegant colors, and a graceful, elegant style, imbued with calligraphic charm and scholarly elegance. He excels at creating poetic and ethereal realms, harmonizing serene observation with vibrant life through the principles of the universe, all within his exquisite creations. His works draw from a wide range of subjects, particularly birds and insects, which are highly praised by the world.
In addition to his long career in art education, Xiao Lang has established a unique and rigorous teaching system for flower-and-bird painting, as well as effective expressive methods. This book is one of the "Masterpieces of Famous Modern and Contemporary Chinese Artists" series. Xiao Lang's flower-and-bird art enjoys high acclaim both domestically and internationally, with many of his works winning numerous awards.
The works presented in this book are like scenic spots encountered along his artistic journey, fragments of his artistic life, and a collection of small paintings from his masterpieces—delicate, vivid, and rich. With the brushstrokes of an art master, you can appreciate the myriad poses of flowers and birds and experience the principles and charm of Chinese painting.