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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
Person Types
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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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2024南京紫金奖展陈设计 - 西交利物浦大学展区
Translated title of the contribution :2024 Nanjing Zijin Award - XJTLU Sector Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Agential Soundscape
Chen, Z. & Vasquez, J. C., 23 Jun 2024Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Agential Soundscape
Chen, Z. & Vasquez, J. C., 23 Jun 2024Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Interwoven Existence
Chen, Z., Vasquez, J. C., Santini, G., Petrauskas, I. & O'Dowd, A., 23 Jun 2024Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
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Interwoven Existence/交织存在: 交织存在
Translated title of the contribution :Interwoven Existence Research output: Practice-based research output › Exhibition/ Event/ Festival › Curated works: Physical Exhibition/ Event/ Festival
Activities
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Nature's Canvas: Exploring Landscape through Cyanotype Assemblage Art
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
1 Jul 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Presentation at conference/workshop/seminar
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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 4
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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Teatro Dei Portali Public Lecture 2
Zhonghao Chen (Speaker)
Jan 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk