RSA 2024 GRADUATES

2024MA → Guo Hao

The land of Peach Blossom, ink on folding fan surface, 20cm × 60cm, 2024.

Guo Hao

MA in Fine Art

In these vertical scrolls, I contemplate the notion of the ‘Sublime.’ The artworks employ a vertical rectangular composition where the white cliffs, occupying half of the paper, loom large, underscoring their immensity. Mists envelop Big Ben, subtly alluding to the iconic clock’s majesty. Moreover, drawing inspiration from ‘The Peach Blossom Spring’—a narrative of a fisherman’s serendipitous encounter with a harmonious natural haven—these fan paintings utilize the fan’s inherent structural gaps. This technique selectively unveils the full image only when viewed from designated perspectives. Such an approach not only echoes the lofty ideals of ancient Chinese philosophy but also resonates with contemporary environmental considerations. It posits that the continued visibility of such pastoral scenes is contingent upon our collective choices and vision for the future.
Mist-Enshrouded London, ink on rice paper, 91cm × 32cm, 2024.
Vigil Over the White Cliffs, ink on rice paper, 91cm × 32cm, 2024.
The land of Peach Blossom, ink on folding fan surface, 20cm × 60cm, 2024.

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