Guigen Zha

Out of the Wall, Oil Painting

2022

Artist Comments
In skilled realism, artist Guigen Zha displays a plum branch blooming out of a pale blue wall. The curvature of the tree contrasts strongly with the rigidity of the geometric structure. The interpolation represents the traditional aesthetics of the East in the background of the architecture of the West. Guigen creates a coexistence between the strong contrast in visual aesthetics.

About the Artist
From cross-cultural life experiences, artist Guigen Zha presents conceptual compositions of traditional Chinese art imposed on contemporary elements. He seeks a balance of the harmonic and contradictory in each artwork—a synthesis of different artistic traditions. Guigen's creative passion led him to a fruitful career as an art teacher, animation artist, and graphic designer in Shenzhen and Shanghai. He migrated to the United States and finished his BFA at Missouri State University and his MFA at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Guigen bridges surrealism and postmodern art with still-life objects and their spatial relationships in the digital age. His recurring theme of eastern cultural relics brings honor to his deep connection to his heritage. "My work is a strong emotional expression of candor, belief, and hope," says Guigen. Working from his home studio, Guigen enjoys being in a state of tranquility where he can quietly contemplate. Aside from painting, he spends time writing poetry and bonding with his family—his pillar and strength. Guigen continues to work part-time as a graphic designer and art teacher.

Words that describe this painting: healing, poetic, oriental, floral, architecture, oilpaint, contradiction, virtual realism, flowers, modern, flora, plant, architecture, flora, modern , oil painting, blue

Out of the Wall
Guigen Zha
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2022
30 in. h x 24 in. w x 1.5 in. d
4 lbs. 4 oz.