Guo Jian Solo Exhibition

Experience the power and depth of Guo Jian's creations firsthand one of the most compelling voices in contemporary art.

Guo Jian’s works reflect a profound exploration of identity memory and cultural transformation. Known for his bold compositions and evocative imagery his art bridges the personal and the political creating narratives that resonate universally.

Born in Guizhou in 1963 Guo Jian graduated with a BA from the Central University for Nationalities (now Minzu University of China) in Beijing in 1989. From 1992 to 2014 Guo Jian lived and worked in between Australia and China. Guo Jian has participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions across the world and won many awards including the 1st Prize Fisher’s Ghost Art Prize in 2000 and the 1st Prize Liverpool Art Prize in 2003. His works have also been featured in various prestigious collections including the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra and the Art Gallery of Queensland in Brisbane. Guo Jian’s works have been commissioned for various projects including the backdrop for the main stage of the Big Day Out Rock Festival Tour of Australia and New Zealand and the Visible Arts Foundation Installation Arts Project at Republic Tower in Melbourne Australia.

Experience the power and depth of his creations firsthand and join us in celebrating the artistry of one of the most compelling voices in contemporary art!

• Exhibition dates: 16 April to 7 June
• VIP preview: Wednesday 16 to Friday 18 April 10 am to 6 pm
• Opening party: Saturday 26 April 1 to 3 pm
• Location: Ground Floor 317 Pacific Hwy

Host or Publisher Rochfort Gallery