Chinese Ink Painting & Calligraphy Exhibition By Ling Cher Eng (11 – 26 May 2013)

Ling Cher Eng was an art teacher and a well known artist in Singapore. His passion in art, especially in Chinese ink paintings and calligraphy prompted him to be active in art circle for decades. He was an industrial protege of Singapore famous pioneer artist Mr Fan Changqian. Under strict guidance of late Mr Fan for more than 30 years, Cher Eng laid a strong foundation in Chinese ink paintings.

During school holidays, Cher Eng would go overseas with close friends in the fine art circles to seek inspiration and materials for his art creation. From the beautiful landscape, from the physical and mental feeling of the nature and from the dialogue with the scenery, the artist was able to acquire creative ideas and inspiration. His works demonstrate delicate taste and charm of traditional Chinese ink paintings yet with a strong flavour of everyday life. One could feel the spiritual unity between Man and Nature in his art pieces. This feeling is especially strong in his later works.

Cher Eng paid attention to the combination of Chinese and western art. He integrated the western concepts of modern structure and colour into his Chinese ink paintings. In his practice, he intentionally created the spirit of aesthetic purport of his own style. His works are the manifestation of the modern transformation of traditional Chinese paintings.

Cher Eng was one of the founders of Hwa Han Art Society and a committee member of The Societies of Chinese Artists. He passed away during an overseas trip to China with friends in the fine art circles in Dec 1995.

This exhibition exhibits more than 50 Chinese ink paintings kept by Cher Eng’s family. Through the exhibition, more art lovers can appreciate and learn from the art works. Nanman Art Pte Ltd 3 May 2013