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Zhonghao Chen is an artist, curator and educational personnel based in China and New Zealand. His practice focuses on the study and research of image materiality through the realm of painting, meta-drawing, object-related art, and cross-disciplinary methodologies. Zhonghao has been exhibiting in NZ, Australia, China and Europe. His works are in collections of major NZ art museums and institutions such as the University of Canterbury and James Wallace Trust, etc. Additionally, his works are present among collections of global collectors. Besides his artistic practice, Zhonghao extends his research into the fields of artistic and post-art curation. Zhonghao also participated in various Animation, film and experimental theatre projects. He was among the first group of artists to work with HitLab NZ on VR art projects. Moreover, Zhonghao maintains a practice of sound art and experimental music.Web: zhonghaochen.com
Research interests
Enviromental Aesthetic
VR Art
Drawing
Narrative
Image Materiality
Painting
Moving Image
Sci-fi Literature
Expanded Curation
Experience
Lecturer, Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University, 2020-present
Practicing Artist, 2010-present
Curator, ABC Art Initiative, 2010-present
Teaching
CAT107TC
CAT302TC
CAT002TC
CAT103TC
CAT207TC
CAT102TC
CAT201TC
CAT209TC
CAT107TC
Awards and honours
Sawtell Turner Prize
Harry van der Lecq Scholarship
The Ethel Rose Overton Scholarship
College of Arts Honours Scholarship, University of Canterbury
The Master’s Scholarship, University of Canterbury
Selected Finalist. James Wallace Award
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Master’s of Fine Art with Distinction, Painting Major University of Canterbury 2009-2010
Bachelor of Fine Art with First Class Honours, Painting Major University of Canterbury 2008
Bachelor of Fine Art, Painting Major University of Canterbury 2004-2007
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Projects
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In Search of Nature’s Expression: Reading Nature Through Images
Chen, Z., Lau, K. H. & André, D.
1/03/22 → 31/08/24
Project: Internal Research Project
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Nature's Canvas – Exploring Landscape through Cyanotype Assemblage Art: Nature's Canvas – Exploring Landscape through Cyanotype Assemblage Art
Chen, Z., Dou, Y. & Krebber, A., 31 Jan 2024, (Accepted/In press) Connecting Creative Cultures: Fostering Cross-Disciplinary Design Dialogues among Analogue, Digital, and Mixed Media: Connecting Creative Cultures: Fostering Cross-Disciplinary Design Dialogues among Analogue, Digital, and Mixed Media. SpringerResearch output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Proceeding › peer-review
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Teatro Dei Portali
Chen, Z., 19 Jan 2024Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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海棠春邬 - 拙政问雅光影展: 联合国教科文文化遗产：拙政园夜游光影项目
Translated title of the contribution :Hai Tang Chun Wu - Zhuo zheng Wen Ya: An mappping project at the UNESCO site "the Humable Administrator's Garden" Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Teatro Dei Portali
Chen, Z., 2 Oct 2023Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Cosmonarrative and the Narrative Cosmos: Visual Narrative in Material-based Image
Chen, Z., 16 Jun 2022, Cross-Cultural Design. Applications in Business, Communication, Health, Well-being, and Inclusiveness - 14th International Conference, CCD 2022, Held as Part of the 24th HCI International Conference, HCII 2022, Proceedings. Rau, P-L. P. (ed.). p. 101-117 17 p. (Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics); vol. 13313 LNCS).Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Proceeding › peer-review
Activities
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Teatro Dei Portali Public Lecture 4
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
Jan 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Teatro Dei Portali Public Lecture 3
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
Jan 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Teatro Dei Portali Public Lecture 2
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
Jan 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Teatro Dei Portali Public Lecture 1
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
Jan 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Reading Nature’s Expressions: Critical Theory, the Art of Shanshui, and Nature’s Longing in the Commons
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
3 Aug 2023 → 5 Aug 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Presentation at conference/workshop/seminar