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China Pop: Contemporary Year of the Pig

  • THE DELAWARE CONTEMPORARY 200 South Madison Street Wilmington, DE 19801 United States (map)

China Pop: Contemporary Year of the Pig

Saturday, February 9, 7 - 9 PM | Ages 18+

Ruonan Yan is very happy that her work “Pig Feet” is featured in the Delaware Contemporary Chinese new year pop exhibition “China Pop”.

https://www.decontemporary.org/china-pop-year-of-the-pig/

This exhibition has been featured on China Press.

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PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:

  • Jun Cen, illustrator for world class press, such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe

  • Chang Liu, mixed-media artist whose work ranges from audiovisual installations to algorithmic art and interactive installations

  • Qingshan Wang, photographer who explores the interactions between nature and human beings in urban ecosystems

  • Zhihui Xie, ceramic artist focusing on experimental sculptures using various throwing techniques and black clay

  • Chunmei Jia, ceramic artist who studies the topic of materiality in contemporary art

  • Chenxi Huang, functional designer exploring a sense of playfulness that evokes the beauty of daily life

  • Chenlin Cai, painter using the time-honored craft of inside-bottle painting, cellular structure oil painting texture, and X-ray images to interpret landscape

    Guest curated by Willie Yao and Wenlu Bao.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES INCLUDE: 

  • Novelty items including wood block prints by artist Ruonan Yan will be available to purchase

  • DJ Skinny White spinning his signature deep and sophisticated style of house music with a mix of Chinese pop

  • Roasted pig by Fat Rick’s BBQ and Chinese inspired lite bites by Outlandish

  • Good luck balloon drop-and-pop

  • Cash bar


Advance purchase is closed. Tickets will be $40 at the door.

The Delaware Contemporary is an art space that infuses contemporary art and creativity into our community through compelling exhibitions, dynamic educational experiences, and access to the artistic process. 

Founded in 1979 by artists, The Delaware Contemporary presents exhibitions of regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists that explore topical issues in contemporary art and society. In addition, we provide opportunities for local and emerging artists to showcase their work and advance their artistic growth. Art sales through our galleries and Museum Shop support area and exhibiting artists and our commitment to the importance of contemporary art in our community.