Jianqin Feng - 'Dream Dancer'

This vertical composition skillfully portrays a dancer within an interior setting, dramatically illuminated by the radiant light streaming in from the window behind her. The dancer assumes an impressive pose, adorned in classical dance attire. The white garments worn by the model generate a compelling tonal contrast with the room's dark-hued walls. The dancer's graceful posture establishes a diagonal within the composition, infusing dynamism. The dramatic contre-jour lighting places the focal point squarely in the center of the painting, offering an expansive stage for the model to claim the spotlight while showcasing the artist's expertise in depicting anatomy and composition.

Details:
Artist: Jianqin Feng
Title: 'Dream Dancer'
Date: 1996
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 93 x 64 cm
Condition Report: Good
Notes: Signed and dated lower right

About the artist:
Jianqin Feng, a prominent figure in the art world, is well-known for his contributions and leadership. He formerly served as the Dean of Nanjing University of the Arts. Born in Haining, Zhejiang Province in November 1939, Feng Jianqin is a member of the Han nationality. His illustrious career spans several noteworthy positions and accolades.

Feng Jianqin's accomplishments are truly remarkable. He has been a representative of the Ninth National People's Congress, a member of the Standing Committee of the Tenth National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the tenth Vice Chairman of the Jiangsu Province Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, and the Executive Vice Chairman of the Jiangsu Artists.

One of his most notable achievements is his commitment to nurturing artistic talent with a sense of social responsibility, career development, and cultural creativity. His teaching approach is characterized by a rigorous and dedicated attitude, innovative methods, and a wealth of teaching experience. Feng Jianqin has dedicated over 40 years to teaching, continually studying teaching materials and methodologies, striving to pioneer teaching reforms, and closely monitoring teaching progress. He has conducted in-depth reviews of the results of teaching reforms and published professional textbooks. His dedication to teaching excellence is evident through his receipt of 3 provincial, ministerial, and national outstanding teaching achievement awards in 1988, 1989, and 2005.

He has authored and published several works, including "Feng Jianqin Works Collection," "Sketch," "Painting Color Analysis," "Color," "Feng Jianqin Painting Collection," and "Going to Huangshan - Feng Jianqin Retrospective Exhibition." He has written and published more than 50 papers.

Feng Jianqin's significant accomplishments also extend to his recognition through awards. In 1999, he was awarded the third prize of the 6th Jiangsu Provincial Philosophy and Social Science Outstanding Achievement Award and the first prize of Jiangsu Provincial Educational System Leaders' Excellent Research Paper Award.

Notably, in October 2021, Feng Jianqin was selected as a recommended candidate for the second model of the National Revolution.

Important Chronology:

Jianqin Feng's journey in the world of art is marked by numerous milestones:

In 1961, he graduated from the Department of Fine Arts at Nanjing University of the Arts, majoring in oil painting.
Between 1959 and 1979, he created and published more than forty posters.
In 1974, his oil painting "One Bridge Flying Frame" (Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge) was selected for the National Art Exhibition and was collected by the National Art Museum of China.
In 1978, his oil painting "Architect Yang Tingbao" was selected for the National Portrait Exhibition and was collected by the Jiangsu Provincial Art Museum.
In 1981, he held a personal painting exhibition at the Jiangsu Provincial Art Museum.
In 1984, his lacquer paintings "Spring is full of Zhongshan" and "Good morning, the sun" were selected for the Sixth National Art Exhibition, with "Spring is full of Zhongshan" winning the bronze prize and being collected by the National Art Museum of China.
These are just a few highlights from his extensive artistic journey, which encompasses numerous personal and joint exhibitions and substantial recognition for his artistic contributions and excellence in teaching.