Sizhong Ding - 'Impression of Huizhou-Rain'

This fan-shaped painting beautifully captures the essence of a rainy day in Huizhou. Executed with watercolor as the chosen medium, the artwork masterfully conveys the rainy atmosphere. The color palette, predominantly composed of dark greens with soft, blurred edges and occasional touches of warm light hues, creates a straightforward yet effective compositional approach.

Details:
Artist: Sizhong Ding
Title: 'Impression of Huizhou-Rain'
Date: 2008
Medium: Watercolor on paper
Dimensions: Sight 27 x 54 cm
Provenance: Private collection
Notes: Dated lower left

About the artist:
Sizhong Ding, born in Suzhou, Anhui in 1963, is an accomplished artist with a strong presence in the art world. He graduated from Anhui Art School, where he majored in fine arts. Ding is a member of the China Artists Association and holds the prestigious title of national first-class artist. He also serves as a director of the China Artists Association and is a member of the Thirteenth Anhui Provincial CPPCC. In 2012, he was honored with the title of "The Fourth National Young and Middle-aged Literary and Art Workers with Virtue and Art."

Ding Sizhong has had a remarkable career journey. He has held positions such as the former executive vice chairman and secretary-general of the Anhui Young Artists Association, executive vice president of the Anhui Youth Painting and Calligraphy Academy, director of the Anhui Artists Association, and member of the Standing Committee of the Anhui Youth Federation. Additionally, he has served as the chairman of the Anhui Young Artists Association.

Notably, Ding Sizhong is a key figure in the Watercolor Art Committee of the Chinese Artists Association and has held the position of vice chairman of the Anhui Artists Association. He is also the president of the Chinese Painting Creation Institute of the Anhui Federation of Literary and Art Circles and serves as a director of the Watercolor Art Committee of the Anhui Artists Association.

Ding Sizhong has also played a vital role as a judge in several art exhibitions, including the 3rd and 4th Anhui Provincial Art Exhibition, the 7th China Sports Art Exhibition, the 9th National Watercolor and Pastel Exhibition, the 10th National Watercolor and Pastel Exhibition, the National Small Watercolor Painting Exhibition, and the 2nd China Pastel Painting Exhibition.

His artistic influence extends beyond China. Ding Sizhong has participated in solo and joint exhibitions in countries like Bulgaria, the United States, Singapore, the United Kingdom, France, Finland, and Sweden. His works have left a lasting impression on the international art scene.

In January 2023, Ding Sizhong was elected as a member of the 13th Anhui Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.

Personal Works:

Ding Sizhong's works have earned recognition and accolades in numerous national and international exhibitions. Notable exhibitions and awards include participation in the 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th National Art Exhibitions, the China Centennial Watercolor Painting Exhibition, the 15th New Artists and New Works Exhibition of China Artists Association, the first National Watercolor Art Exhibition, and the first and second Centennial Cadenzas—Nomination Exhibition of Excellent Chinese Contemporary Watercolor Painters.

His works have received awards such as the Gold Award of the 2nd "Li Jianchen Award" Watercolor Biennale, the Bronze Award of the 6th National Watercolor Pastel Exhibition, the Silver Award of the 7th National Watercolor Pastel Exhibition, the Excellence Award of the 8th National Watercolor Pastel Exhibition, and the Bronze Award of the Stars Award at the 13th National Watercolor Pastel Exhibition. His works have also been included in important publications like "Century of China Watercolor Painting Exhibition Collection," "Reform and Opening-Thirty Years of Chinese Art," and "Fifty Years of Anhui Art."

Ding Sizhong has authored several publications, including "Selected Works of Contemporary Chinese Painters Ding Sizhong" (Anhui Fine Arts Publishing House), "Between Images Ding Sizhong Watercolor Painting Collection" (People's Fine Arts Publishing House, 2005), and "Ding Sizhong Album (Ink Painting)" (China National Photography Art Publishing House, 2008).

Achievements and Honors:

The artist has hosted numerous personal exhibitions and participated in joint exhibitions both domestically and overseas. Some of the highlights of his exhibition history include:

In 1990: "Ding Temple Bell Painting Exhibition" at Anhui Gallery.
In 2000: "Ding Sizhong's Watercolor World" at the Modern Art Center, University of Science and Technology of China.
In 2001: "Ding Sizhong Watercolor and Ink Painting Exhibition" at George Gallery, Brighton, UK.
In 2008: "Between Images - Ding Sizhong Watercolor Exhibition" at Yantai CIC Art Center.
Ding Sizhong has also actively participated in joint exhibitions in various countries and regions, expanding the reach of his artwork. His work has been collected by prestigious institutions, and he continues to make significant contributions to the world of art.