Education and connection to the past: the artwork "My Grandmother — Zhang Fengying" at the "Legacy for the Future" exposition
The unique
exposition "Legacy for the Future," featuring the vibrant creations
of young artists from around the globe, continues at the National Centre
RUSSIA. Among its diverse works, visitors can discover Chinese characters that
look like they are floating in the air. This remarkable piece, titled "My
Grandmother — Zhang Fengying," was created by a Chinese artist and
addresses numerous essential themes, from the challenges women face to the
connection between generations.
Han Yushi's
artwork, "My Grandmother — Zhang Fengying," uses embroidery on a
transparent base to present the characters written by the artist's grandmother
when she first held a pen.
"My
grandmother is a 90-year-old illiterate woman. Perhaps everyone has a senior
family member who, despite being unable to read or write, shares a profound
emotional bond with them throughout their life. Using simple language, my
grandmother told me her story, imbued with unyielding love for life despite
hardships and struggles. While working on this piece, I interacted closely with
my grandmother, and her stories deepened my understanding of the plight of
'illiterate women' in modern society," the artist explained.
Her work is
not only a tribute to a beloved family member but also a reflection on the
profound emotional connection with older generations, whose experiences
highlight the critical role of education. Creativity, drawing on the past, can
enhance the future world.
"My grandmother's
experiences made me realize the importance of education in a woman's life and
the challenges illiterate women face. Her stories and the emotions they carried
profoundly moved me, inspiring me to delve deeper into the inner world of
women, their resilience, and courage," Han Yushi shared.
The artist
hopes her work will amplify the voices of "illiterate women" and
share their life experiences to raise public awareness and foster greater
understanding of their struggles.
The
exposition features over 200 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, and art
installations in styles ranging from classical to avant-garde. "Legacy for
the Future" is a large-scale project by the National Centre RUSSIA,
promoting the idea of a multicultural dialogue about the world's future, with
humanity as its core.
The
exposition presents works by young artists from six countries: Russia, China,
India, Brazil, Ethiopia, and Iran. Through their art, these creators offer
personal responses to contemporary challenges, reflect on the present, and
contemplate the future.
Visitors to
the National Centre can explore the exposition independently or join free
guided tours lasting 30 or 60 minutes. Registration is available on the website
under the "Events" section.
The
National Centre RUSSIA was established by order of the President of the Russian
Federation, Vladimir Putin, to preserve the legacy of the International RUSSIA
EXPO and to showcase the achievements of the country and its citizens on a
permanent basis. Federal government agencies, state companies, corporations,
and regions take part in the Centre’s work.
The
National Centre RUSSIA is located at 14 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, Moscow.
The Centre is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day except Monday.
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On May 30, the declaration on the establishment of the International Association of Children's Organisations (IACO) was signed at the National Centre RUSSIA.
The workshop "Apartment Planning Through a Child’s Eyes" took place on May 30 as part of the educational programme of "The Birth of Scale" exposition at the National Centre RUSSIA.
