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Jo, through the dynamic application of ink and various mixed media on paper, has created the Tai Chi Ink Series, which exudes both freedom and Zen-like serenity. May this series offer a moment of calm amidst our busy lives, helping to soothe and clarify restless minds.

Jo's self-portraits are a treasured collection, documenting her appearance and inner evolution over six years, from 1993 to 1999. Each piece captures the artist at various stages of her life. As reflected in the diverse techniques used in this series, Jo presents different facets of herself through the eyes of family, friends, peers, and mentors.

Jo's self-portraits are a treasured collection, documenting her appearance and inner evolution over six years, from 1993 to 1999. Each piece captures the artist at various stages of her life. As reflected in the diverse techniques used in this series, Jo presents different facets of herself through the eyes of family, friends, peers, and mentors.

On the eve of Lunar New Year, we extend our heartfelt wishes: May you have a joyful and prosperous New Year, filled with health and peace! Let us embrace the Year of the Dragon with the power of art, adding more color and beauty to our lives. Wishing you a transformative Dragon Year and a golden spring ahead!

As the Lunar New Year approaches, are you all ready to return home for the festivities? We sincerely thank everyone for their support and attention to the Foundation over the past year! The Foundation wishes you a new year filled with the dragon soaring across the seas and abundant fortune ahead! P.S. The artworks are scanned in high resolution; we recommend selecting high quality and viewing them in full screen.

Color With the arrival of the new year, we present several vibrant blue pieces reminiscent of New Year's fireworks for your enjoyment! As the excitement of the New Year fades, let us take time to center ourselves. After setting our goals for the year, we must advance steadily and with purpose. Wishing everyone a joyful New Year 2024!

The self-portrait series is a highly valuable collection of Jo's work. From 1993 to 1999, Jo continuously documented her appearance and inner changes over six years. This series, showcasing a variety of styles and media, reveals the different facets of Jo as seen by her family, friends, classmates, and mentors. Around 1998, Jo was diagnosed with severe bipolar disorder. These works poignantly reflect the artist's internal struggles, pain, and contradictions during her episodes.

Lines: Infinity Our lives are like artworks created by thousands of choices, with each decision guiding us in a different direction. Each choice branches out into various lines, intricately interwoven. At the end, the nature of the work we present is entirely up to us, brimming with infinite possibilities. For Jo, blue is an exceptionally significant color—it represents stability, philosophy, and mystery, devoid of gaudiness yet profoundly enigmatic. Her Blue Abstract Series reflects her understanding of the qualities of blue. Wherever and whenever, viewers can always use the artwork to filter out chaotic emotions, bringing a sense of calm and tranquility.

Lines: Boundary In life, we subtly draw many boundaries. Those who understand and respect these boundaries often become our most cherished friends. Although the boundaries between family and loved ones can sometimes be blurred, they still exist with their own limits. Once these boundaries are crossed, distinguishing between ourselves and others becomes difficult, and we lose our sense of self. The color blue holds a special significance for Jo; it is stable, philosophical, understated, yet profoundly mysterious. Her blue series reflects her deep understanding of the color's qualities. Wherever and whenever, viewers can use these artworks to filter out chaotic emotions, bringing a sense of calm and tranquility. Note: The artworks are high-resolution scans. It is recommended to view them in high quality and full-screen mode.

[Framework] We are born into a world full of predetermined frameworks, such as the Confucian and Daoist cultures of the Chinese tradition or the limitations we impose on ourselves. Jo's "Non-Space" guides us on how to navigate within these frameworks with the grace of a fish and the freedom of a bird—letting go and allowing our hearts to be at ease. For Jo, blue is an exceptionally special color. It is stable, philosophically rich, understated, yet profoundly mysterious. Her blue series reflects her understanding of these qualities. No matter when or where, viewers can filter out the chaos of their thoughts through her paintings, experiencing a sense of calm and tranquility. PS. The artworks are high-resolution scans; it is recommended to view them in high quality and full screen. [Artist Biography] Jo Hsieh, a renowned Taiwanese abstract artist, was born in Taiwan in 1967. She studied in London in 1991 and earned a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art in 1998. After settling in the UK, she returned to Taiwan in 2015 and continued her artistic endeavors until her passing in Taipei in September 2017.

Suddenly, Qingming is around the corner. Thoughts are sometimes calm, sometimes turbulent, Much like the unpredictable twists and turns of life. Suddenly, the spring breeze sways, Greenery flourishes, and flowers bloom in abundance. With a heart full of gratitude, we reminisce about the origins, Letting this moment's inspiration become the driving force forward. --------------------------------------------------------- During the Qingming holiday, let's temporarily leave behind the city's hustle and bustle, Return to nature, and experience the warmth and freshness of spring. This month, we have specially compiled works from the ink series. May you enjoy the time spent with loved ones during this special holiday.

In Jo's works, there is a series reminiscent of musical compositions. The lines and brushstrokes in these paintings transform into different rhythms, presenting a vitality and energy akin to music, full of boundless imagination. From these paintings, we can feel the charm of the dancing notes. It allows you to feel as if you are strolling through a beautiful musical piece, and we can almost envision Jo's vibrant and serene demeanor while creating these works.