The "Charm of Springs and Fragrance of Ink: Masterpieces of Modern Chinese Art" exhibition opened in Jinan Grand Theater of Jinan, the capital city of East China's Shandong province, on Sep 29.

The exhibition is hosted by China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd. (CAEG) and jointly undertaken by CPAA Theatres and Jinan Urban Development Group Ltd. It brings together 12 original works created by over 10 legendary artists, which include Qi Baishi, Xu Beihong, Wu Changshuo, and Li Kuchan.

The exhibition, which is scheduled to run till Oct 12, provides the public with a valuable opportunity to appreciate high-quality cultural and artistic works, nourish personal soul and enjoy Chinese artistry spirit.

A feast of authentic masterpieces: a cultural highlight for Shandong

There was a deep artistic atmosphere at the opening ceremony. As a "star-studded showcase" of modern Chinese art, the exhibition gathers 12 museum-grade original masterpieces. Attendees can closely admire Qi's  "Shrimps and Hibiscus" and "Lotus and Dragonfly", gaining a deep understanding of life under his pen. They can also appreciate the emotional depth behind Xu's "New Pines on Mount Lu", the bold and unrestrained charm of Wu's "Gourds" and Li's "Lotus".

Those exhibited works embody domestic artistic excellence and profound cultural heritage.

Exhibited Paintings by Qi Baishi

Exhibited paintings by Xu Beihong and Wu Changshuo

Exhibited paintings by Li Kuchan

Springs nurture arts: perfect integration between arts and regional characters

The exhibition's theme is highly relevant to Jinan's urban characters. It is designed to create a dialogue between the gentle fluidity of southern China's arts and the vigorous vitality of unique springs in Jinan across the time and space.
Organizers incorporate artistic elements into their exhibition arrangements to better help visitors admire relevant works.

The exhibition features the debut of CAEG's self-designed cultural creative works to bring arts closer to the public.
Highlights include titanium-made "Golden Bowl" and "Peace for Generations" bell cup, which combined traditional auspicious symbolism with modern design concepts. These beautifully crafted items merge refined artistry with functional design, allowing visitors to bring arts back home.

They can appreciate and purchase these cultural creative works that are imbued with blessings and cultural resonance.

A recommended destination during the National Day holiday

The exhibition coincides with the National Day holiday, offering the public an elegant and enriching cultural experience. It will be a highly recommended place for people to learn more about arts, nurture the soul of their kids with aesthetic education, and admire local historical and cultural heritage.

The organizers warmly invite citizens to visit the gallery in this autumn, walk alongside the masters, and let the harmony of spring water and ink fragrance to create a serene and unforgettable encounter with art.