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.