Plainsboro Public Library is pleased to present “Rhythms of Nature.”
Exhibition Overview
Experience the beauty of nature across time and space through the eyes of an accomplished artist and emerging young talents. Rhythms of Nature brings together seasonal landscapes, global vistas, and expressive depictions of the animal world. Through diverse perspectives and artistic approaches, the exhibition invites viewers to explore the changing rhythms of the natural world and the emotional connections they inspire.
Artist Statement
I am often deeply moved by the beauty of the world as created by God. My work centers on nature and the passage of time, with a particular focus on the evolving landscapes, seasons, and emotional atmospheres across different regions.
Working across oil painting, Chinese ink, and still life, I seek to capture the most authentic and delicate moments found in nature. I am especially drawn to expressing the vitality of spring, the fullness of summer, the warmth of autumn, and the quiet stillness of winter. Through these works, I aim not only to represent the visible forms of nature, but also to convey the emotional resonance between humanity and the natural world, as well as the poetic experience shaped by the flow of time.
This exhibition presents a focused selection of my recent works alongside those of my students. Through a range of media and perspectives, it reflects both the transformation and the enduring beauty of nature over time. I hope that, through engaging with these works, viewers may slow down, find a sense of stillness, and reconnect with the quiet strength of the natural world.
Artist Bio
Dr. Ziyu Liu is an artist dedicated to landscape and nature-based painting, with extensive experience in both art education and artistic practice. He graduated from the Russian Academy of Fine Arts, where he developed a strong foundation in academic drawing and painting. His work combines the poetic sensibility of traditional Chinese ink painting with the structural rigor of Western realism, forming a distinctive artistic language.
Dr. Liu has held nine solo exhibitions in China and Russia and has participated in more than thirty international exhibitions across China, the United States, Russia, France, Thailand, and other countries. His works have been collected by numerous institutions, including the VIP Lounge of Beijing Capital International Airport, the Guozijian Museum in Beijing, Saint Peter’s University in the United States, the Hungarian National Museum, the All-Russian Museum of Decorative Arts, the Art Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the China-Russia Cultural Exchange Center, and the Fine Arts Museum of Burapha University in Thailand. His works are also held in private collections, galleries, and corporate collections worldwide.
The exhibit will open on August 1 and will remain open through August 31.
The artists will host a reception in the gallery on Sunday, August 2 at 1:00pm.
Light refreshments will be served.
