The "4th Suzhou Jinji Lake Biennale" was successfully held in 2018, themed "Inheritance and Reshaping." The cultural and artistic activities included thematic exhibitions, academic exchanges, art education, industry development, and public participation. Focusing on three major themes—sculpture, painting, and design—the event featured multiple peripheral exhibitions and themed day activities, creating an art gala with an international vision and Chinese spirit. After six years of persistent effort, the Suzhou Jinji Lake Biennale has become a shining symbol of Suzhou's cultural and artistic charm, positively influencing the establishment of a good international city image and promoting the integration of business, tourism, culture, sports, and exhibitions in the region.
This biennale aims to extract contemporary, forward-looking, and global elements from Suzhou's rich cultural heritage. On one hand, it connects with the times, providing unique strength and perspective to the cultural and creative industries, and concretizing cultural value. On the other hand, through exhibitions, it facilitates a dialogue between Suzhou's traditional culture and the world, allowing for the sharing of a distinctive, open, and modern Chinese art event.
Three Major Thematic Exhibitions
Academic Director：Wu Weishan
Curator：Shang Rong
Beautiful Era · Shared Destiny 2018 4th China Youth Sculpture Art Exhibition Since the first "Suzhou Jinji Lake Biennale" was successfully held at Ligongdi in Suzhou Industrial Park, it has been held for three consecutive sessions. From May 19 to June 19, the 4th Sculpture Exhibition, themed "Beautiful Era · Shared Destiny," is organized under the academic direction of Wu Weishan, a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, director of the National Art Museum of China, and vice chairman of the China Artists Association. The exhibition further elevates the original concept, showcasing nearly 200 diverse and exploratory sculptures. Additionally, it brings together sculptors in Suzhou to present a new era sculpture art feast for the people of Suzhou. Academic Advisor: Fan Di'an Curator: Wu Hongliang "Self · Canglang Pavilion" Contemporary Art Exhibition Slow Walking · Unspoken · Quiet Observation · Reverie From May 19 to August 29, the "Self · Canglang Pavilion" Contemporary Art Exhibition will be held at the Jinji Lake Art Museum. "Self · Canglang Pavilion" is the second exhibition under the "Self" series organized by the museum, following the first exhibition, "Self · Peony Pavilion," which paid tribute to Kunqu opera and Suzhou culture through contemporary art. "Self · Canglang Pavilion" uses the concept of gardens as an entry point to help audiences find a place of tranquility. The exhibition features Fan Di'an as the academic advisor, Wu Hongliang as the exhibition director, Zhu Qiang as the curator, Liu Zhengkui as the psychological advisor, and Jiří Příhoda as the spatial artist. "Creation · Origin" International Design Invitation Exhibition Quart China × Suzhou Center On May 19, the International Design Invitation Exhibition themed "Creation · Origin" of the 2018 Suzhou Jinji Lake Biennale opened at Suzhou Center. Curated by Qu Art China and featuring digital architect Marc Fornes as the curator, the exhibition showcases the top works of artists from various countries to the audience in Suzhou. Centered around design, the exhibition stands at the forefront of global design while incorporating elements of Chinese and Suzhou local culture. It explores four major themes: architectural design, fashion design, furniture and home design, and industrial design, bringing together numerous leading artists and designers from around the world to share the latest achievements in art and design, which has been well received by art enthusiasts.
Host 丨Suzhou Industrial Park Administrative Committee
Organizer 丨Suzhou Industrial Park Federation of Literary and Art Circles、Harmony Group、New Era Group、Hengtai Holding
Support Units 丨Artists Association of Jiangsu Province、Sculptors Association of Jiangsu Province、Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism Bureau、Suzhou Industrial Park Federation of Literary and Art、Suzhou Artists Association、College of Arts, Nanjing University、 College of Art, Suzhou University、 School of Media and Visual Arts, Suzhou University of Science and Technology、Suzhou Art & Design Technology Institute、Suzhou Chinese Painting Academy、Suzhou Jinji Lake Art Museum、Qu Art China、Ming Art Museum
Participating Units 丨Harmony Group Art Center、Suzhou Treasure House Art Center、Foundation Art Museum、Dushu Lake Art Center、Pastel Art Museum、Value Retail、Neighborhood Art Space·Zhenhe、Suzhou Industrial Park Library、Mingcheng Art Museum、Park Cultural Center、Mingtang Image Art Museum、N9 Art Center、56 Art Space、Yao Jianping Embroidery Art Museum、Zhang Xinjia Art Museum、Suzhou University Art Museum、Cai Yundi Jiangnan Three Sculpture Art Museum、Suzhou Painting Academy Art Museum、Eslite Life Suzhou、Suzhou Design Village
