Guigen ZhaBird. Lake, Original Painting2025
2025
About the Item
Artist Comments
A yellow ibis wades in shallow water, its spread wings creating a sense of movement and lightness. The simplified and almost abstract depictions of sky and water in the background highlight the presence of the bird. Yellows, oranges, and blues create a bright and cheerful palette. The overall style of the painting suggests a blend of realism and abstraction.
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: ibis, bird, water, reflection, wings, wildlife, ripple, pond, animals, realism, acrylic painting, blue
Bird. Lake
Guigen Zha
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2025
18 in. h x 24 in. w x 1.5 in. d
2 lbs. 9 oz.
- Creator:Guigen Zha
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Condition:Bird. Lake. Guigen Zha. Acrylic painting on stretched canvas. Painting wraps around edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 800531stDibs: LU922116658532
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