About Cheng Zhe
Cheng Zhe is a Chinese contemporary artist born in Heilongjiang Province, China and currently based in Qingdao, Shandong. The artist completed his studies in oil painting at the renowned Xu Beihong's Studio of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in 2004.
Cheng Zhe's surroundings have had a significant influence on his work. Over the year 2023, the artist explored various mediums and techniques in painting, constantly subverting his own artistic boundaries. The artist’s oeuvre is constantly evolving both stylistically and contextually. His recent body of work is drastically inspired by the instability of current global issues, and how they can tremendously affect future generations, including his beloved daughter. He has also found inspiration in his young daughter, who has brought him joy and kindness, helping him overcome the challenges brought about by the Global Pandemic, and thereby creating the ‘little girl’ character. This character featured in his work serves as a symbol of great love, kindness, and mercy that he wishes to share with the world. She is depicted in various expressions, including joy, sorrow, and playfulness, using rich yet simple colours and tender brushstrokes that embody her innocence and love. The artist shrewdly utilizes the ‘little girl’ character — an amiable and approachable visual presentation — to address these current global issues directly and intimately. His oeuvre thus invites the viewer to ruminate on the issues surrounding us and to be grateful for what we have in life. Meanwhile, his visual expression showcases the meticulous unconditional father’s love for his daughter.
Cheng Zhe’s recent solo exhibitions include Simple Gifts, One Flower One World, and Tomorrow’s Promises at Yidi Art Gallery, Hong Kong, in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively; and Unforgettable Moments, at Yotomy Art Gallery in Duisburg, Germany in 2022. The artist has also participated in various group exhibitions at Maddox Gallery in 2022 in London, UK; Gallery Afternoon in Seoul, Korea in 2022; and Seefood Room Gallery in Hong Kong in 2023.
Cheng Zhe is proudly represented by Yotomy Art Gallery (for Europe) and Yidi Art Gallery (for Asia and regions outside of Europe). His passion and faith are evident in his works, which continue to captivate audiences and collectors alike.
//Curriculum Vitae
2008 Beijing International Easter Art Exhibition, Group Show, 21st Century Auditorium, Beijing, China
2008 Songzhuang Art Exhibition, Group Show, Songzhuang Art Museum, Beijing, China
2009 Transformation and Renewal: Beijing International Easter Art Exhibition, Group Show, 21st Century Auditorium, Beijing, China
2010 Continuing Memory Personal Exhibition, Group Show, 798 Art Zone, Beijing, China
2010 Post-80s Generation Art Exhibition, Group Show, Huitai Art Centre, Tianjin, China
2010 Shanghai International Art Exhibition, Group Show, Centre for China Shanghai International Arts Festival, Shanghai, China
2011 Beijing International Easter Art Exhibition, Group Show, 21st Century Auditorium, Beijing, China
2011 United Art Exhibition, Group Show, UATown, Beijing, China
2011 Beijing International Art Exhibition, Group Show, World Trade Centre, Beijing, China
2011 Art Archives of the 80s Generation Art Exhibition, Group Show, Songzhuang Art Museum, Beijing, China
2012 Affordable Art Exhibition, Group Show, 798 Art Zone, Beijing, China
2016 Tokyo Animation Image Authorization Exhibition, Group Show, Tokyo Big SIght, Tokyo, Japan
2016 Songzhuang Art Museum 20th Anniversary Exhibition, Group Show, Songzhuang Art Museum, Beijing, China
2019 Indulging the Beauty of Lao Mountain Sketch Exhibition, Group Show, Qingdao Artist Association, Qingdao, China
2022 Simple Gifts, Solo Debut Show, Yidi Art Gallery, Hong Kong
2022 Kawaii, Group Show, Maddox Gallery, London, UK
2022 Unforgettable Moments, Solo Show, Yotomy Art Gallery, Duisburg, Germany
2022 Winter Blossoms, Group Show, Gallery Afternoon, Seoul, South Korea
2023 One Flower, One World, Solo Show, Yidi Art Gallery, Hong Kong
2023 Full Bloom, Group Show, Seefood Room Gallery, Hong Kong
2024 Supernatural, Group Show, Maddox Gallery, London, UK
2024 Tomorrow’s Promises, Solo Show, Yidi Art Gallery, Hong Kong
2024 Not Cold, Group Show, Superwow Gallery, Gold Coast, Australia