Life Drawing
Strokes of Genius
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Every artist focusing on figure drawings uses his own composition to emphasize the individuality of the subject matter. Through this process they transcend what starts as a technical exercise in sketching and make it more expressive, more powerful. To turn a sketch into an artwork, it must be individual to the artist yet referential. In Zhang’s case, he recalls both the Western tradition of tones and Eastern tradition of lines in a mature style that is aloft, unique, and creative.
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Every artist focusing on figure drawings uses his own composition to emphasize the individuality of the subject matter. Through this process they transcend what starts as a technical exercise in sketching and make it more expressive, more powerful. To turn a sketch into an artwork, it must be individual to the artist yet referential. In Zhang’s case, he recalls both the Western tradition of tones and Eastern tradition of lines in a mature style that is aloft, unique, and creative.
About the Author
Zhang Qi was born in Qingdao, a city in Shandong province of China. He completed his undergraduate education in the Shandong School of Art and stayed to become an instructor. In his ten years teaching students he has trained talented artists and teachers; many of his former students are currently professors. His teaching methods are strict and structured, but not trite. Zhang then came to the United States, founding a studio where for sixteen years and counting he continuously creates artwork as well as train countless students. His artwork has entered international auctions and is collected by both individuals and galleries.