The “This Side of the Scenery” Calligraphy Exhibition of Five Regions (Macau Station)
The “This Side of the Scenery” Calligraphy Exhibition of Five Regions (Macau Station), co-organized by the Macau Calligraphy Education Research Association and the Centre for Chinese History and Culture of the University of Macau, was inaugurated in the University of Macau Library on November 9, 2024. On the opening day, distinguished guests attended, including Professor Zhu Shutong, Director of the Centre for Chinese History and Culture of the University of Macau; Dr. Hou Mutian, General Manager of Macau Support Furniture&Construction Materuals Company LTD; Mr. Wang Jincheng Secretary – General of Shenzhen Calligraphers Association; Ms. Wang Xiaodan and Ms. Li Shuying, Director of Shenzhen Calligraphers Association; Mr. Wu Ren, Chairman of Hong Kong Cursive Script Calligraphy Academy; Mr. Chen Haorong, Vice – Chairman of Zhuhai Xiangzhou Calligraphers Association; Ms. Li Yaxuan and Ms. Zhang Zehui ,Director of Zhuhai Xiangzhou Calligraphers Association; Dr. Gong Baomei, Chairman of National Calligraphers Association of Macau; Mr. Zhong Jinxing, Vice – Chairman of National Calligraphers Association of Macau; Ms. He Yaoting, President of Macau Calligraphy Education Research Association; Professor Lun Yongshan, Chairman of Green Environment Protection Association of Macau; and the Vice – President of Guangdong Community Art Education Association and President of Calligraphy and Painting Research Association. Professor Zhu said that the continuous holding of the joint exhibition was of great significance. The calligraphers also wrote on the spot to congratulate the exhibition’s success! Their writing was fluid and dynamic, and every stroke contained profound cultural connotations and unique artistic styles. The silent dancers drove different rhythms, and through the ink fragrance, the paper presented the profound and extensive Chinese culture!
Everyone presents felt the charm and inheritance power of calligraphy.
A total of 120 outstanding works were exhibited in this event to celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to the motherland. With lively brush and ink, the exhibition showcased the new social atmosphere, promoted traditional Chinese culture, and embodied harmony, integration, unity, and the ambitious spirit of the new era.
Tour Exhibition Schedule:
• September 25 to October 8 (Shenzhen Station): Shenzhen University Art Museum
• October 11 to November 1 (Ziyuan Station): Ziyuan County Stadium
• November 1 to 4 (Hong Kong Station): Tuen Mun Town Hall, Hong Kong
• November 6 to 11 (Macau Station): University of Macau Library
• November 18 to 25 (Zhuhai Station): To be confirmed