35*30cm, 2023

This artwork embodies a commanding presence with the spirit of calligraphy, featuring colors that are both bold and succinct.

It merges the fluidity of calligraphy with the free expression of abstract art, creating a vibrant visual language. The brushwork in black and red is assertive and vigorous, dancing freely across the canvas in an emotive script, each stroke imbued with a sense of dynamic rhythm.

The red not only acts as a visual highlight but also seems to convey the intensity and depth of emotion. These colors stand out against the subdued background, adding vitality to the piece. The composition showcases the traditional charm of calligraphy while breaking with convention, transforming calligraphic lines into abstract forms and textures.

Niu demonstrates not just a profound understanding of traditional calligraphic art but also the ability to translate this understanding into a modern visual language. Overall, the painting is a contemplation and exploration of tradition and modernity, the East and the West, discipline, and the spirit of freedom.