London, July – The transformative art exhibition "26462 Suns: An Artistic Exploration of Eternity and Reincarnation," curated by Y manifesto, concluded successfully from July 26 to 28, 2024, at the M P Birla Millennium Art Gallery in London. Bringing together a diverse group of artists, this exhibition offered unique perspectives on themes of time, life cycles, and the cosmic continuum symbolized by the sun.
The curators intended to provoke profound philosophical reflections through an array of artistic mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and new media art. The artists involved, such as Aloysius Ong, BurniGRay, Chengming Xing (Maxim), He Wang, Jiaxing Guo, Jiayi Lin & Raine Li, Junhao Wu, Kaiwen Li, Kejian Sun, Lijiao Peng, Mingjun Sun, Minglin He, Mingyue Qu, Mingzhi Cai, Pingyu (Layla) Zhan, Yuqing Sheng, Qinning Hu, Ronggang Yan, Shijia Song, Wengqi Zou, Wenxin Fu, Wanzhuo Cheng, Xiao Zhang, Xinyu Fu, Yawen Yu, Yilin Bai, Yiru Wang, and Yuhan Wu, explored reincarnation and the timeless nature of existence through their works.
"We are thrilled to present '26462 Suns,' an exhibition where art transcends boundaries to explore the mysteries of eternity," expressed Yuran Lin, the exhibition curator and a lecturer at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Co-curator Wenjie Xu, co-founder of Hook Art, added, "Every piece invites viewers to contemplate the cyclical nature of life and the enduring essence of time through innovative artistic expressions."
Beyond celebrating artistic skill and creativity, "26462 Suns" served as a platform for global dialogue, enriching the international conversation on eternal themes. The judging panel, comprising esteemed professionals like Yefu Liu, an artist with multiple participations in Art Basel and Frieze London, and Yuan Zhuang, recipient of the Muse Design Award and DHA Design Award, ensured the exhibition's high quality and depth.
Acknowledgment was given to contributing partners Shuyi Liu and Yachu Feng for their significant contributions, whose support and collaboration were instrumental in the exhibition's success.
The "26462 Suns" exhibition holds profound social significance, resonating deeply with contemporary concerns about the essence of existence and life cycle patterns. Its philosophical foundation invites viewers to reflect on their lives within the broad context of the universe's eternal rhythm.
Art critics observed that the exhibition demonstrated the power of art to transcend temporal boundaries and connect us to the infinite. Each piece acted as a portal to a deeper understanding of our place in the universe, challenging us to rethink our notions of time and existence.
By gathering artists from diverse backgrounds, "26462 Suns" also created a space for cross-cultural and philosophical dialogue. The exhibition highlighted the universality of its themes and underscored the shared human experience of seeking meaning and understanding in a constantly changing society.
Published by : Kevin Groves
