Paul Smith reimagines Picasso
British apparel designer examines unusual juxtapositions in prolific artist's works for a new exhibition in Pudong, Zhang Kun reports.
Picasso is a towering figure that reshaped modern art, Li says. Throughout his life, he repeatedly challenged established conventions. Through constant experimentation, he pushed the boundaries of what art could be.
The exhibition provides an excellent opportunity to learn about Picasso and his role in art history, Li says. "Chinese audiences are very familiar with Picasso, but many people find it difficult to understand his later cubism works. Through this exhibition, we present a systematic display of his earliest creations to the latest, to illustrate the evolution of the great master, from grasping the traditional techniques to cultivating a distinctive style and exploring new expressions.
"People will find this exhibition completely different from any other conventional art show," Li says. The design itself is a piece of art, full of color and vivacity, she says. "I think it fits perfectly with our museum."
Both the Picasso and Louvre exhibitions will run through the New Year and Spring Festival. The Pudong museum has detailed plans to accommodate a large number of holiday visitors, with more than 300 new products released at the museum store and a new audio guide of the show recorded by young volunteers ages 6 to 15.
"This is the first time we've tried this, because we hope to see more young visitors," Li says. "We also had special brochures made for young audiences, and hope these exhibitions and our efforts can inspire their imaginations and expand their art comprehension," Li says.
