The Bellini Museum in Florence will host an exhibition of oil paintings by the artist Hudson Shaoxia Zhang, themed around golf courses, from June 22 to 30, 2024. The works reflect Zhang's passion for both artistic creation and golf. Having played on many golf courses around the world, he has created nearly a thousand landscapes with a unique style. Zhang has previously exhibited at the Nanjing Academy of Art, the University of London, and will have upcoming exhibitions at the Sorbonne, the University of Leuven, Columbia University, and other venues.
Oil painting is a universal artistic language, and as a Chinese artist, Hudson Shaoxia Zhang has deeply understood its principles and techniques, expressing a strong artistic personality. His choice to depict golf course landscapes gives his work a unique style and special significance. Golf, an ancient yet modern sport, symbolizes the harmony between man and nature. Through this theme, Zhang explores the interaction between golf course landscapes, nature, society, and the artist's inner world, layering meanings behind the images. This blend of traditional landscape painting and golf culture breathes new life into both.
This exhibition, marking the debut of Zhang's works in Italy, aims to create an opportunity for dialogue between the artist and a wider audience, building a bridge of communication between golf enthusiasts and art lovers.