Playing in the Water

作品賞析

CHEN Yong-Qin is focused on creating block prints that often depict rural life, temples, farms, and landscapes in early Taiwan. Playing in the Water is a rough yet detailed block print that depicts a temple front plaza in summertime, with children playing in the pond to catch fish and shrimps. Black is the main tone of the composition to highlight lines and outlines while generating a nostalgic atmosphere typical of old photographs. CHEN Yong-Qin’s artworks present historical memories of Taiwanese culture and landscapes and reminisce on the simplicity and beauty of the good old days.