Fang Yi and his friends are looking forward to making a name for themselves at this Biennale and establishing their own reputation in Europe. With the same feelings as all unknown or not-so-famous artists, they came to
The Venice Biennale, the vanity fair of the Oscars of Art, hopes to make its name here and let Linearism erect a banner of its own among the various painting schools in Europe.
But looking forward to looking forward to it, no one among the five people thought that they would jump in front of the media in such a way. A famous art critic praised him in a famous art journal, and this person has always been a critic of
The works of modern artists are sarcastic, and now they suddenly change their style to praise a bunch of newbies in the art world. Being accustomed to giving in? Claire's sharp-tongued and sarcastic people are a bit uncomfortable.
Clare's praise not only attracted the attention of like-minded critics, but also attracted the attention of opposing critics. The two groups praised linearism for its superb use of color, while the critics praised it for its obvious use of color.
Although Linearism, which favors a realistic style, has made some innovations in color, it is a setback in the development of the entire painting. In particular, some critics who fully support modern art and abstract art scorned the works of the five people.
Regardless of good or bad, the five people who frequently appear in major European art media are undoubtedly famous! Along with these praises there are also sounds of disdain, and they are so popular amidst the growing debate.
Quick! It was so hot that Fang Yi and his friends couldn’t believe it!
The best outcome originally planned was that one of Keshma or Anders would be able to hold a gold lion or a silver lion in his arms. Or even a lion of any kind. One of the two would win.
One is considered a victory. The more perfect the idea is or the more extravagant the expectation, the two of them can each win a Lion Award. Of course, winning the Lion together with similar styles, it really feels like a science fiction movie.
"I have noticed the controversial young artists who appeared at the Venice Biennale. Their works are indeed pleasing to the eye, with magnificent lines, bright or calm picture effects, and they are each different in expressing their emotions.
I chose one for myself
The path. The overall emphasis is on the use of lines and complementary colors, and some skilled control of classical techniques can often be seen in the paintings! This shows the profound realism skills of the five young artists. A very unique style! It belongs to one painting alone.
Pie is not necessarily out of the question!
Among the five, the one who impressed me the most was Yifang, this young artist who was born in China and later came to France! There is no evil nostalgia for that wrong period in China in his works, and I did not see it.
That kind of green military uniform, and the shining personality cult. Many so-called Chinese artists took advantage of this impetuously. They took advantage of our ignorance and curiosity about that period in China and used this kind of works to express that wrong period.
To attract our attention, even though this period was defined as a disaster even in China!
But I was delighted not to see this in Fang's works. I only saw the independent thoughts of an artist and a free heart!
Bianchi...
Van der Masset…
Kanu…
Fulo...".
―――Jed Perl, British Art Critic.
The authority among authorities. A month later, the British Art Review published an article by critic Jade Peer, which to a certain extent affirmed the works of Fang Yi and Keshima. Although it was only a small
It is a space of only a few paragraphs with pictures and text, plus a small comment on the five people. However, its influence is unmatched by other art review magazines.
And now? Now the five Fang Yis have become popular at the Venice Biennale. Not to mention the works of Keshma and Anders, many viewers have gathered in front of Fang Yi and Artur's works.
There was also a small queue of twenty or thirty people in front of Rude's small stall. Visitors who wanted to see the paintings formed a queue.
Fang Yi's idea of picking up some leaks and enriching his pocket turned into bubbles. It was as if he was tied to his own stall. From the beginning to the end, there was almost no chance to leave his stall.
Not only did he have to accept interviews from some European media, but he also had to answer some questions from visitors. Not only Fang Yi, but also Artur and Rude, who were fixed in their stalls with pain and joy.
"Are you really from China? I didn't expect to see such a famous Chinese painter in Venice!" A man in his late forties who was traveling with his child and wife asked Fang Yi in Chinese.
"Did you see the national flag under the name at the door? That's my nationality, it's unmistakable! And listen to me, I speak with a proper Shicheng accent." Fang Yi jokingly spoke to the family of three in authentic Shicheng dialect.
said.
The man smiled and said: "Yes, yes! It doesn't sound like Mandarin!".
"Let me explain my work to you?" Fang Yi said enthusiastically. Fang Yi was quite happy to meet a Chinese in a foreign country. Although Chinese people are quite common in Europe, especially France, Fang Yi was still very happy on this occasion.
I am happy to tell this family of three my artistic views.
The man waved his hand to Fang Yi and said, "Please rest for a while! We watched you talk for a long time while we were waiting in line! We don't know much about art, but we heard that there is a Chinese artist in a famous painting school here.
Just come here to give me a personal show or something!”.
"Thank you!" Fang Yi felt a little warm in his heart, and then took the family of three to look at his work.
These days, Fang Yi, Rude, and Artur talked a lot. Fang Yi and the other three even had to get some throat protection to take care of their throats. This was considered a relief.
A small price to pay for fame!
Next, not only Chinese tourists, but also some domestic lucky people exhibiting at the China Pavilion also came to Fang Yi's stall. However, at this time, these so-called lucky people seemed less lucky in front of Fang Yi!
Because they are facing a rising star at this Venice Biennale!
These people are not only here. The curator who originally dismissed Zou Heming's application for Fang Yi to participate in the national pavilion and refused also came. However, this time he did not come to reject Fang Yi. Instead, he invited Fang Yi to go.
Visit the National Pavilion.
To be honest, Fang Yi has already watched the National Pavilion once, and every time he emphasizes the Chinese brand. The things in it really don’t interest Fang Yi much. You will be amazed once you see it, but every time
Some things that change the soup without changing the dressing really make people feel a little aesthetic fatigue.
Fang Yi went there, walked around in a circle, nodded and said: Not bad! Nothing more happened.
The happiest person is not the five Fang Yis! The happiest person is the owner of Lawrence Gallery sitting in the New York gallery office. Lawrence! That is Zou Heming!
The lights of New York outside the window have already begun to turn on, but no one of the employees in the Lawrence Gallery has left. A dozen employees are at their desks, talking on the phone, or busy with the things at hand.
"I'm sorry! Mr. Bast! All the works in our gallery have been sold! I'm very sorry, but now all their works are being exhibited in Venice!" Zou Heming listened to the phone with a smile on his face, his feet on the ground.
On his desk, his body was leaning against the boss's chair with a large backrest, rocking slightly backwards. The phone was placed on Zou Heming's belly.
The call here had been on for less than a minute when the female secretary at the door opened the door and walked in. She opened her mouth and said: "Mrs. Cohen called!".
Zou Heming covered the phone and asked the female secretary: "Which Mrs. Cohen?".
"The wife of Steven Cohen." The female secretary looked at her boss happily and said, "The wife of Mr. Cohen of the hedge fund Saccapital!"
The rich people who spend the most generous amounts of art.
After listening to the female secretary's words, Zou Heming immediately nodded to the female secretary, then chatted into the phone for a few words, and then answered the call from this wealthy customer.
"You have taken a fancy to one of Fang Yi's works in the exhibition?" Zou Heming heard the voice on the phone and immediately opened his mouth to confirm.
After finishing speaking, he said awkwardly: "Mrs. Cohen, I am really happy that you appreciate the artists signed by our gallery. However, the work you are interested in is now on display in Venice, and after it is exhibited, it will be exhibited in several places in the United States.
Exhibition in the city. If you want to get it it will be at least a few months away!”.
Now Zou Heming is happy and heartbroken. It is said in the gallery that none of the five people's works are left, but that is just for the public. Each person still has one or two works like this, but these works are not the works of the five people.
The best, the best are Fang Yi’s works after toying with the main colors, and they are now hanging on the walls of Venice!
Zou Heming has no problem selling the works he has now to some regular customers, but if he wants to buy them for this big financier, he can’t buy them. He’s not short of money, and he just wants the best works from the artist he likes!
"If you like it, you can buy this work during the exhibition in the United States, because at that time, all the works will be officially sold. I'm really sorry!" After chatting for a while, Zou Heming put down the phone, and then he was stunned.
After a moment, he murmured: "I actually rejected the Cohens today!".
Zou Heming now feels like it's a dream. The Cohens have taken a liking to Fang Yi's works! Even if he didn't want to refuse, he just wanted to meet her, and the young gallery owner Lawrence didn't have the qualifications. But now he actually postponed it on the phone.
I got a piece of work that someone wanted.
Walking to the window, Zou Heming stretched out his hand and opened the blinds, looking at the dozen or so employees busy in the gallery, each with a happy smile on their face, busy with the work at hand.
“These days have been so exciting!” Zou Heming clenched his fist and waved, walked out of the office, and shouted to his employees: “I fucking love the Venice Biennale!
Guys, now we have five Damien Hirsts all at once!".
Damien Hirst's name in China is not very well-known, but when it comes to the Diamond Skull, which is the hugely controversial work "For the Love of God", some people in China may know it. This person is also at the Venice Biennale.
Artists who become famous instantly at the exhibition not only become famous but also establish their status in one fell swoop.
As soon as Zou Heming finished speaking, a dozen or so employees burst into enthusiastic applause and whistles. The employees all understood that when the signed artist becomes famous, the gallery will also become famous! It will not be like before.
When you talk about Lawrence Gallery when you go out, many people don’t know it. It won’t take long for you to answer with a professional smile: Our gallery has signed five founders of the Linearism School! (To be completed.)