Transformative exhibition blending art, healing, and interactive experiences

The Times Art Museum unveiled Ru Hua Mountains and Seas, a large-scale solo exhibition by contemporary artist Jia Wei KK, on Saturday in Beijing.

Three years in the making, the exhibition transforms over 2,000 square meters into what Jia describes as a “theater of spiritual healing”, centered around his signature “Ru Hua” character — a little girl with no ears or mouth and scarred eyebrows.

Created in 2018 during a challenging period in Jia’s life, Ru Hua has become both a vessel for personal expression and a symbol of resilience that resonates with audiences.

The exhibition is divided into eight themed sections, presenting 108 works across six artistic forms: AI-powered digital art, painting, sculpture, poetry, film, and mechanical installation.

Visitors encounter plush mythical creatures, interactive installations, and immersive light-and-shadow environments designed to be “touchable, perceptible, and inhabitable”.

“True strength is to remain gentle and curious even in the abyss,” Jia said at the opening ceremony.Beyond its artistic display, Ru Hua Mountains and Seas seeks to offer visitors a moment of reflection and emotional release in today’s fast-paced world.