Duanqing
Wan

Wan Duanqing is an installation artist whose work emphasizes the dynamic interaction between creation, environment, and audience. His unique perspective is rooted in diverse life experiences, which he uses to delve into the complexities of contemporary society and seek a sense of coherence between his work and its surroundings. In his practice, Wan Duanqing extensively explores various materials, integrating them into installation and performance art to encourage audience participation and interaction.

Wan Duanqing graduated from Chelsea College of Arts and works and lives in both Wuhan and London. His work is heavily influenced by the artist Mike Nelson, known for his profound engagement with space and environment, which has significantly inspired Wan Duanqing's spatial practices. Additionally, the philosophical work "A Thousand Plateaus" and the "rhizome" concept by Deleuze and Guattari have had a profound impact on Wan Duanqing's artistic philosophy. The "rhizome" symbolizes a non-linear, decentralized network structure, resonating with the multi-layered and fluid qualities of Wan Duanqing's work. His pieces often interact with multiple relationships and environments, breaking traditional linear logic and encouraging audiences to experience art through multidimensional perception.

As both an artist and curator, Wan Duanqing views artistic creation as an event rather than merely a medium. His research on the theme of "class, cognition, and aesthetics" explores how different class perspectives can connect through art in a globalized context. This exploration transcends individual works, aiming to investigate the relationships between various pieces and concepts, creating a more inclusive artistic dialogue.

Wan Duanqing's work invites audiences to engage deeply with evolving social and environmental themes, challenging them to rethink their perceptions and connections within these contexts through rhizomatic connections. His artistic practice is experimental, combining diverse materials and techniques to create unique and impactful experiences that resonate profoundly on both personal and collective levels.