Li Shan
Heilongjiang, China
Art Medium
Film & Video
Painting
Performance Art
Art Style
Body Art
Conceptual
Experimental
About the Artist
Li Shan is a highly influential Chinese artist, recognized as a pivotal figure in the Chinese avant-garde movement since the 1980s. His groundbreaking and often provocative practice encompasses painting, performance art, and video. Li Shan's distinctive work consistently challenges societal norms, political structures, and artistic conventions, exploring themes of identity, transformation, and the relationship between humanity and nature. His art is characterized by its experimental approach and a fearless commitment to pushing boundaries, making him a critical voice in contemporary Chinese art.