Hongyan explores the concept of boundaries—both tangible and intangible—through a contemplative approach to painting. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and meditative observations, she focuses on everyday moments like snails navigating glass windows or fish confined in transparent plastic bags as metaphors for the limits and perceptions shaping human existence. Her paintings possess a dream-like quality, using soft, ethereal color palettes and minimalist compositions that evoke introspection and stillness. This invites viewers to engage with the metaphysical aspects of space and self, encouraging deeper reflection on the unseen forces that shape reality. By highlighting the subtle and unseen, Hongyan challenges perceptions and opens a space for contemplation on existence and its defining boundaries. ...
