ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
藝術家簡介
My name is Kwan Wai-Man, and I specialize in the art of Chinese calligraphy. In addition, I also create Chinese paintings and ceramics, with a primary focus on running script calligraphy. Currently, I am exploring the calligraphic style of Yan Zhenqing.
I excel at blending calligraphy with various media, such as integrating calligraphy with ceramics to create modern artworks. My aim is to convey the traditional beauty of calligraphy alongside the innovations of contemporary art, making this traditional craft more accessible to the public.
HONOURS PROJECT
畢業作品
木 彡
Calligraphy on wood
書法作品
right to left: 86 cm x 18 cm x 5.5 cm, 80 cm x 20 cm x 6 cm, 59 cm x 28 cm x 4 cm, 66 cm x 23 cm x 4 cm
The wood grain silently narrates the passage of time; the ink permeates the timber’s depths with an imperceptible yet formidable force, embedding itself with profound depth.
"Craftsmen carve it; the brush penetrates three inches into the wood." This phrase beautifully encapsulates the elegance and strength of Wang Xizhi’s brushwork. Regardless, starting to write Chinese calligraphy
delinquent often leads me to doubt my abilities. Thus, I draw inspiration from "penetrating three inches into the wood," motivating myself to persevere, hoping that one day my skills will reach such depth.
The oak I use is native to Hong Kong, symbolizing my roots. Each piece retains its original form, representing a steadfast commitment to my ideals. This saying encourages everyone to pursue their dreams, master their craft diligently, and ultimately enjoy the fruits of their labor. I hope everyone can achieve their "three inches into the wood," or surpass it.
木紋，靜默地訴說著時間的流逝；墨汁，悄然滲透於木材深處，力道如虹，厚重如三分，一字一句皆緊緊鎖住那深厚的功底。
「工人削之，筆入木三分。」這句話恰如其分地描繪了王羲之那筆法之秀麗與力道之遒勁。然而我學習書法的起步較晚，時常對自我的書法感到懷疑，總是感到力不從心。因此，我以「入木三分」這一典故來激勵自己，堅持不懈，希冀有朝一日能使我的書法技藝達到「入木三分」。
這些木材皆為香港本土的橡木，象徵著我在這片土地上生根發芽。每一塊木頭都保留著最原始的模樣，象徵著堅守初心，期盼有一天能夠抵達理想的彼岸。此外，「入木三分」的另一層意涵更是深邃而透徹，寄望各位觀眾能夠堅守自己的理想，熟練掌握所學，持之以恆，終獲得豐碩的成果。
希望大家都可以「入木三分」，甚至不止三分。去生活 笑着捱。
Instagram：@9life__art
PREVIOUS WORK
過往作品
霓.續
2023, Japanese Shinra JPC103 Ultra-fine transparent white porcelain, led lights, irregular shape
Collectible neon lights Neon lights are being dismantled less and less due to light pollution problems I want to make a collectible ceramic neon light.
醉生夢死
2024, 8.5 Inches x 2 pieces, porcelain
Life is full with disappointments and tragedies. Although it might not bring enduring bliss, alcohol might bring inexpensive exhilaration. One can temporarily forget about the ups and downs of the world, savour the present, and pursue instant gratification with a glass of powerful spirits.
人生苦悶何其多?酒精雖然不能給你長久的快樂,但能給 你廉價的狂熱。一埕濁酒下肚,暫且忘卻世間的悲歡離 合,及時行樂,活在當下。
雨打新荷
2024, Circle with diameter 92cm, ink and colouring on full non-absorbent king wo paper
The early morning rain washed away the light dust, and the raindrops hit the newly grown lotus leaves, giving the natural scenery a brand new look. The drizzle is as moist as butter. In the spring rain season, I always like to go out in the rain. When the raindrops hit my body, I felt as if my thoughts were also cleansed. The raindrops fell on the palm of my hand, I felt it attentively, and temporarily forgot all the unexpected things. Even when I watch the raindrops falling, I feel intoxicated by it. Therefore, I like rainy days, and this has become the theme of my creation. The work “Rain on New Lotus” mainly depicts the scene on a rainy day. The mist came with the sudden rain, and the raindrops fell slowly, gently hitting the rocks of the mountains, bringing a new look to nature.
清晨的朝雨洗淨了輕塵,雨點打在新長出的荷葉上,大自 然的景色因此焕然一新。 小雨滋潤如酥,在春雨的季節,我總是喜歡去淋雨。當雨 點打在身上時,我感覺好像思緒也被清洗了一般。雨滴滴 落在我的手心,我專注地感受著,暫時忘卻了一切意外的 事情。甚至當我看著雨點一滴滴地落下時,也會陶醉其 中。因此,我喜歡下雨天,這也成為了我創作的主題。 《雨打新荷》這幅作品主要描繪了雨天的景象。薄霧隨著驟 雨而來,雨點緩緩落下,輕輕打落在群山石上,為大自然 帶來了嶄新的面貌。