Henan is making waves again! "Exquisite Strokes, Timeless Legacy: Henan Fine Brushwork Painting Exhibition" is now in full swing at Gallery 7 of Zhengzhou Art Museum (New Venue). From December 16, 2025, to January 11, 2026, Henan exhibition invites you to immerse yourself in the ethereal charm of Central Plains fine brushwork.

Featuring over 130 masterpieces, the exhibition showcases the collective brilliance of three generations of artists. It carries the profound heritage of master painters, where every brushstroke reveals timeless sophistication; presents the innovative spirit of mid-career artists, reinventing tradition with contemporary flair; and highlights the creative daring of young talents, blending meticulous technique with youthful imagination.

Here, flowers and birds seem ready to take flight from the silk, portraits gaze back at you with vivid expression, and landscapes breathe with the spiritual essence of the Central Plains. No expertise is needed to enjoy it—from breathtaking details in intimate works to the grand vision of large-scale pieces, each painting tells a story, spanning Tang and Song elegance to modern sensibility.

Did you know? Henan is the historic heart of fine brushwork painting. Wu Daozi, revered as the "Sage of Painting," hailed from Yuzhou, Henan, and the Song Dynasty imperial academy reached its peak here. This exhibition is both a continuation of a millennium-old legacy and a powerful showcase of Henan's artistic strength. Notably, fine brushwork accounts for over half of Henan's selections in the National Fine Arts Exhibition—a testament to its deep-rooted excellence.

This event not only traces the evolution of fine brushwork in Henan but also highlights its contemporary vitality, allowing viewers to experience the depth of Central Plains culture and the unique allure of this art form.

Whether you're an art lover, a family, or simply curious about traditional culture, the Henan exhibition invites you to feel the breeze of a thousand years of fine brushwork artistry brighten your winter days!