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Our Artists
Heng-Yun
LIN
Born in
1930 at Fuzhou, Fujian, Heng-yun LIN is one of the most
outstanding Chinese stone sculpturing Masters. His work “Seabed World”, which received
the national prize in 1990, is a masterpiece of large sculpture and is
widely accepted as a treasure of the artistry. Afterwards, LIN studied bear sculpture
for a long period of time. The
sculpture is shockingly lively.
LIN’s magical skill turns the most ordinary rocks into international
treasure, his ethos against the emphasis of using precious stones by most
artists and his courage and perseverance on raising the rank of ordinary
color rocks is a true inspiration for fellow artists. His achievement is also a new page in the
history of Chinese stone art.
Fei LIN
Born in
1954 at Fuzhou, Fujian.
Innovative but not a slave to fads, LIN follows tradition without
being restrained by it. His works
are welcomed by collectors all around the world.
Ben CHEN
The themes
of CHEN’s works are unconventional, large in variety, and rich in image and
connotation. Many later stone
artists are still happy to follow the themes he created. Being a respectable pioneer with an
academic degree, Ben CHEN will forever be remembered in the history of
Chinese Stone Art.
Ai-Zhu LIU
Born in
1948 in Fujian, China, LIU graduated in fine
arts as an authentic representative of Shoushan Stone sculptors. Specializing in relief style,
two-dimensional and circular sculptures, LIU was taught by “Eastern Gate”
and “Western Gate” to develop the best of both traditional schools.
On the one
hand, she uses portraits to focus her pieces in classic relief style; on
the other hand, she uses precise images with a fluid, expert technique to
fashion some of the most beautiful and lively pictures in stone art. Thus, she develops her own highly
original and innovative designs.
Apart from
devoting time to her creations, LIU is also a dedicated teacher to young
artists. Her deep devotion and
dedication to the arts go beyond fame and fortune. Her integrity, which stands out like a
breeze in hot air, has been greatly appreciated by the public.
Dong LIN
The style
of LIN’s work emphasizes both seriousness and humour, which is unique and
appreciated by collectors. His
skills in recent years have greatly progressed with both “traditional” and
“modern” influences, clearly shown in his repertoire.
Xiang-Ren
GUO
Born in
1960, in Fuzhou, Fujian, GUO learned stone sculpturing
from his father, Master Gong-sen GUO.
As a specialist in signet sculpturing and mascots, GUO adds imagination
and innovation to traditional techniques, which make his works
unconventionally graceful, simple and vivid.
Yong-Yuan
LIN
A
complacent student of Shoushan Master Bao-ting ZHOU, LIN has a modest and
humble personality like his teacher.
His style follows the way ZHOU emphasizes: “simple and classical,
not keen on angles.”
Don LIU
Known and
signing off his work as “Pillow Stone Old Man”, was born in Luoyan, Fujian
Province. He is regarded as one of
the most outstanding contemporary stone sculptors trained in the
traditional art in China. His biography has been included in such
references as Anthology or World Artists and Encyclopedia of Outstanding
World Talents. Deeply steeped in the
Chinese tradition, he has, however, constantly explored contemporary
development to achieve a unique personal style. Some of his works have been recognized in
the top international circle.
Feng-Tian
ZHOU
Also known
as “Fun Ten”, ZHOU was born in 1973, in Fujian,
China. He is one of the most outstanding artists
among the younger generation. Taught
by Zhao-chun LIN at an early age, and later studying independently with
natural genius, ZHOU focused on circular sculpture, skillfully interpreting
the philosophies of “Buddhism” and “Taoism”. His latest achievement, the “Three
Dimensional Landscape” based on classic poetry, particularly makes him
stand out from the crowd. In time, Fun
Ten will be world known!
Ken CHEN
Born in
1977, in Fujian, China, CHEN graduated from Fujian Fine
Arts College. Another outstanding artist of his
generation, CHEN specializes in circular sculpture and displays exceptional
skill with colours of the stone.
Like a god-send, he never fails to impress or surprise his audience
with his innovative style and technique.
His achievement is getting well known.
Jin-Hui
ZHOU
Also known
as “Lam Shek”, ZHOU was born 1976 in Fujian,
China. Taught by Zhao-chun LIN, he also
benefited from the critical influence of Fei LIN. He is a well-rounded talent, specializing
in portrait construction. His style
in sculpting “Ancient Lady” is especially remarkable.
Gao-Biao
ZHOU
Also known
as “Art Shek”, ZHOU was born 1975, in Fujian,
China. Taught by Zhao-chun LIN, ZHOU’s diligence
and sharp-wit are evident in his broadly styled creations, which range from
circular to two-dimensional sculptures.
This is another talented artist not to be missed.
Doug GUAN
Born 1973
in Fujian, China,
GUAN graduated from Fujian
Fine Arts
College. He not only studied under Dong-hai CHENG,
but was also tutored by the famous artist Don LIU. His assertive designs specialize in
sculpting insects, birds, and wild animals.
Key YEH
Born 1977
in Fujian, China, YEH was a student of the
famous artist Don LIU, and was tutored and influenced by Dong LIN. Specializing in two-dimensional
sculpture, YEH often comes up with surprising ideas. Being the youngest of the “Magnificent
Seven of Shoushan”, this artist demonstrates great potential.
Hua WANG
Also known
as “Yi Ming”, WANG was born 1975 in Fujian,
China. He was a disciple of well-known teacher
Han LUO. Modest, hard working, sharp
and observant, WANG’s works are full of creativity and modern effects. Together with Fun TEN, Ken CHEN, Lam
SHEK, Art SHEK, Doug GUAN, and Key YEH are called “Magnificent Seven of Shoushan”.
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