Hengtian Zhou is a young artist based in London, UK. She started to express her voice in the field of visual art in 2018, which she utilizes to express the relationship between women, social class and nature. Her work has been exhibited in several international exhibitions in Los Angeles, London, Hong Kong and Paris and has been cataloged. The artist currently lives and works in London, UK.
It is worth mentioning that at The otHER Exhibition in London, we are honored to invite the artist to collaborate with us and present her work of high artistic standards: Twin Flame, we hope that the artist’s work can bring a thought and change for the society. The exhibition was open to the public on December 7, 2023 at the Duke of Somerset’s House in London, UK, with artists from all over the world, as well as the audience and the media.
Duke of Somerset’s House, London, England
The exhibition is in conjunction with REFORMATION CHARITY, and during the December 6-8 festival, the otHER exhibition aims to engage in productive discussions on themes such as gender, identity and neocolonialism. In addition, a number of events dedicated to supporting aspiring artists from Los Angeles, London, and beyond will come together to showcase their artwork. Through our eclectic program of events and presentations, we hope to create a multi-perspective festival that reflects the diversity of our culture
Twim Flame, a visual artwork by HengTian Zhou
In this artwork by artist Hengtian Zhou, she has won wide recognition for her unique perspective and deep emotional expression. More than just a presentation of love and desire between women, this work delves into the complex themes of gender identity, social norms and power structures. Through the use of visual art: deep colors and bold compositions, Zhou demonstrates the intimacy, conflicts and struggles of lesbian relationships, conveying a deep and authentic emotional experience.
At the same time, in this work, Zhou breaks with the traditional aesthetic and narrative framework to bring a refreshing visual experience. For example, she employs a mixture of mediums in her characterization, showing the daily lives and inner worlds of lesbians. The work is not only of high aesthetic value, but also challenges the audience’s preconceived notions and provokes deeper reflection on gender and sexual orientation. Through authentic and resonant narratives, it makes more people realize the existence and value of the lesbian community, and promotes social understanding the LGBTQ+ community. The artwork not only enriches the diversity of artistic expression, but also provides a platform for lesbians to express themselves and seek recognition, making it an indispensable part of contemporary art.
In the future, Hengtian Zhou want to study social issues and focus on multicultural racial immigrant issues, which is a direction she have been researching and delving into lately. She form of expression will continue to be theatre and visual arts presentations, and she will conduct in-depth interviews and research on the lives and Identity of 1.5-2.0 generation immigrants through a variety of skin colours, backgrounds, ages, and class choices, so that each of them can have a perfect answer to their own lifelong questions.
We look forward to more collaborations with the artist in the future, and congratulate the successful conclusion of The otHER Exhibition!
