Yong Ping, born in 1970 in Harbin, PR China, embodies the profound intersection of tradition and modernity that characterizes much of contemporary Chinese art. His artistic journey began with a solid foundation at the Qiqihar Fine Arts School in Heilongjiang Province, from which he graduated in 1991. A year later, he further honed his skills at the prestigious Beijing Fine Arts Academy, one of the country's finest institutions.

Like many artists who came of age during a period of rapid transformation in China, Yong Ping has witnessed his homeland evolve dramatically. Despite these changes, he maintains a deep connection to the ancient traditions that have shaped Chinese culture for over five thousand years. This enduring influence is evident throughout his work, where he skillfully weaves the timeless elements of Nature—so integral to Chinese philosophy and art—into contemporary expressions.

Yong Ping’s classical training provides him with a diverse technical repertoire, allowing him to blend traditional methods with modern abstract forms seamlessly. His art becomes a bridge between past and present, a means to convey his emotions as a 21st-century artist while honoring the rich heritage that informs his vision. Through this unique synthesis, Yong Ping captures the essence of Nature and its elemental force, illustrating their ongoing significance within Chinese culture and identity.

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Yong Ping, like many artists in China, experienced a period of significant transformation within the country. Despite the rapid changes surrounding him, he remains deeply connected to the ancient traditions that continue to influence his work. With a solid education from one of Beijing's finest art schools, Yong Ping strives to convey his emotions as a 21st-century artist while drawing inspiration from China's rich five thousand-year history. His classical training has allowed him to develop a diverse range of styles, blending traditional techniques with modern abstract forms. This unique ability to adapt and create encapsulates Yong Ping's endeavor to present the essence of Nature and its elements, recognizing their vital role in Chinese culture.

 

1970 Born in Harbin, PRChina

1991 Graduate from Qiqihar Fine Arts School – Heilongjiang Province

1992 Beijing Fine Arts Academy

 

Exhibitions   

 

1998                        International Arts Festival, Beijing

2000                        First prize Harbin, Modern Art

2001                        Shanghai  International Contemporary

2000   Seoul, The Akiko Museum

2004   Beijing Popular Exhibition

2008 Berliner Liste, Berlin

2009  AAF, London -  International Fair  

2010  Singapore Bienale

2013  Hong Kong , International

2014  Summer Valley Gallery 798 Beijing

2015  Two Moon Gallery Beijing

2020  Zai Ji Art – Beijing 

2021  Saatchi Gallery London – START

2023  AAF  HAMPSTEAD

2024  Singapore International

2015  Taiwan Art Fair

2025  Lapada， Mayfair

 

Private Collections

Seoul, Paris, London, Berlin, Brussels, New York and Den Hague.