Programs

N02

The National Art Center, Tokyo

Jennifer Wen Ma
Untitled – Ink Rhythm
RAN Picks, Long-term Exhibition Program

Untitled - Ink Rhythm (rendering), 2022

[Date]
9/25(Wed)〜10/7(Mon) 10:00 - 18:00
* Open until 20:00 on 9/27(Fri), 9/28(Sat), 10/4(Fri), and 10/5(Sat)
* Closed: Tuesdays
[Place]
The National Art Center, Tokyo, 1st Floor Atrium
[Admission fee]
Free
“Untitled – Ink Rhythm” is a black-painted, enormous paper sculpture. The visual engagements of this work lead to its strong presence while blending itself well into the venue; with the shape creating rhythm in the space, the color responding to trees outside the building, and its entirety casting its imagery on the floor. Combining elements of traditional Chinese landscape painting and of minimalist principles, Ma juxtaposes the opposites such as tradition and modernity, and fragility and strength.

ARTISTS

Jennifer Wen Ma

Born 1973 in Beijing, and currently based there and New York, she received her Master of Fine Art degree in 1999 from Pratt Institute, New York. Ma’s practice bridges various media such as installation, drawing, and design. She has presented her works internationally at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (2015), and Ullens Center for Contemporary Art, Beijing (2012) and Singapore Biennale (2006) among others.