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13A New Street Art Gallery will held the exhibition CING CING , solo exhibition by Candy Mary on 25th Apr- 12th May, showing over 27 pieces, from April 25th to May 12th. Over the past few years, Candy Mary‘s works have gained immense popularity, establishing her as a rising star in the art world. Her art has become widely recognized and admired throughout Hong Kong and Taiwan, attracting many visitors who come to admire her creations. Candy Mary’s art style embodies a playful and delicate sense of innocence. This early summer, the artist returned to 13A New Street Art Gallery with a new series of artworks.
Candy Mary, a talented artist from Taiwan, has a strong affinity for sweets, just like her name suggests. Colorful wrapping paper and various flavors of sugar powder greatly captivate her. These preferences are reflected in her artwork, which incorporates vibrant and high-saturation colors to capture the audience’s attention. In her latest exhibition, Candy Mary takes her creativity to the next level by using tea as the main theme in “CING CING 青 青” conveying the dynamics of human relationships and metaphorically representing life experiences. Candy Marypersonifies tea through her self-created character, Mary. Tea, like Mary, exudes a clear and transparent hue while simultaneously carrying a hint of ambiguity. The relationships between individuals are akin to the stories behind each type of tea. The warmth, heat, intensity, subtlety, bitterness, astringency, sweetness, and flavor of tea are comparable to the multifaceted experiences in life. Through numerous trials and tribulations, only those who have experienced can truly understand how bitterness can transform into sweetness. In this noisy world, we need to find our own moments of tranquility. Similar to sipping tea and gazing at the sky in a grandfather’s garden, sitting down to enjoy a cup of tea allows us to experience the blending of tea fragrance and the soul. That delicate and subtle cup of tea may not provide instant gratification, but it can offer us profound emotions and tranquility at a deeper level.
Candy Mary’s artistic style appears playful with a delicate touch of girlishness. However, upon closer observation, one will notice that the depiction of female skin exhibits remarkable realism. The tiny blood vessels beneath the skin are vividly rendered by Candy Mary’s brushstrokes, portraying a crystal-clear and fair complexion with a rosy blush. This not only evokes envy among girls but also brings a sense of visual delight to viewers. It is truly commendable for a young artist to possess such exquisite craftsmanship.
In addition to her impressive painting skills, Candy Mary imbues each of her artworks with symbolic and profound meanings. Just like her latest series, which metaphorically represents the five flavours of life through the theme of tea, her works invite audiences to delve into the depths and savour the sweetness that follows bitterness.
