Past Exhibitions

“Art in Bloom” Opens in Chongqing, Presenting the Work of 46 International Artists

Chongqing, China — July 30, 2026 — The 2026 Jiangjin International Painting Exhibition opens on July 30, 2026, at the Hongyi Jiuzhou International Culture and Art Center in Jiangjin District, Chongqing. Presented under the theme “Art in Bloom: New Visions for a New Audience,” the exhibition will continue through September 25, 2026.

Curated by Nour Nouri and Jackie Zhang, the exhibition presents works by 46 international artists, bringing together a wide range of cultural perspectives, artistic approaches, and contemporary interpretations of painting.

The exhibition was officially inaugurated at 3:00 p.m. on July 30, 2026, with an opening ceremony attended by artists, cultural representatives, art professionals, members of the media, and the public.

“Art in Bloom” explores renewal, creativity, and the changing relationship between contemporary art and its audiences. Through the work of 46 artists from different international backgrounds, the exhibition encourages visitors to discover new visual languages and engage with art in an open and accessible way.

The curatorial vision places particular emphasis on connection—between artists and viewers, local and international perspectives, and established traditions and emerging ideas. The exhibition presents contemporary art as a living form of communication that continues to evolve through dialogue, experimentation, and cultural exchange.

Located within Chongqing Municipality, Jiangjin provides a distinctive setting for this international cultural event. The exhibition contributes to the district’s growing cultural profile while strengthening connections between local institutions and the wider international art community.

During the final week of the exhibition, one artwork by each of the 46 participating artists will be selected for an additional presentation at the Jiangjin Museum of Chongqing. This special showcase will provide the artists with greater public visibility, expanded promotional opportunities, and further exposure beyond the main exhibition venue.

The programme is organised by Pashmin Art Consortia and the Hongyi Jiuzhou International Culture and Art Center, together with supporting cultural partners. Their collaboration reflects a shared commitment to artistic exchange, public engagement, and the international promotion of contemporary painting.

Through its theme, the exhibition invites audiences to consider how artists respond to identity, memory, society, nature, and contemporary life. Rather than treating art as a closed or purely academic discipline, “Art in Bloom” presents it as an active and evolving medium capable of reaching new audiences across cultural and geographical boundaries.

Running from July 30 to September 25, 2026, the exhibition aims to create lasting connections among artists, curators, cultural organisations, and the public while positioning Jiangjin District as an active meeting point for international artistic exchange.

Exhibition Details

Title: Art in Bloom: New Visions for a New Audience — 2026 Jiangjin International Painting Exhibition
Participating artists: 46 international artists
Curators: Nour Nouri and Jackie Zhang
Opening ceremony: July 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Exhibition period: July 30–September 25, 2026
Main venue: Hongyi Jiuzhou International Culture and Art Center
Location: Jiangjin District, Chongqing, China

Final-week special presentation: Jiangjin Museum of Chongqing

2026 / 03

About the Exhibition 2026 - China Debut: New Visions for a New Audience

In a rapidly transforming world, where the future feels both exhilarating and uncertain, China Debut: New Visions for a New Audience showcases the vibrant creativity of emerging artists poised at the threshold of global artistic discourse. Organized collaboratively by Pashmin Art (Hamburg) and Hongyi Jiuzhou International Culture and Art Centre, this exhibition spotlights fresh perspectives and dynamic approaches from a new generation of artists around the globe.

Encompassing painting, sculpture, and photography, and immersive installations, the exhibition offers a compelling snapshot of the diverse pathways emerging artists are exploring today. Their innovative artworks articulate contemporary concerns—from environmental consciousness and digital identities to cultural hybridity and social resilience—while demonstrating an impressive mastery of technique and concept.

By highlighting emerging talents alongside select works from mid-career mentors, the exhibition nurtures a creative dialogue across generations. These interactions generate powerful conversations about artistic legacy, innovation, and continuity, ensuring the vibrant flow of ideas remains active and meaningful. With this project, Pashmin Art continues its 35-year tradition of facilitating cross-cultural artistic exchanges. By creating platforms for emerging talents, the institute fosters deeper intercultural understanding and provides essential opportunities for artists on the brink of their careers. China Debut is more than a celebration of artistic potential; it is an invitation to witness and engage with the future as it unfolds. Here, visitors encounter not just art but the promise of tomorrow, experiencing firsthand how the next generation of visionaries is shaping a collective artistic journey that transcends borders and builds meaningful connections across cultures.

2025 / 10

About the Exhibition 2025 - Art Without Borders

In a time marked by both global connectivity and cultural fragmentation, Art Without Borders: Emerging Perspectives presents a timely and vital response through contemporary art. Featuring artists from across the globe, this ambitious exhibition—organized by Pashmin Art (Hamburg) in partnership with the Hongyi Jiuzhou International Culture and Art Centre—offers a profound exploration of art’s role as a mediator between cultures, identities, and perspectives.

Spanning painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the works presented reflect a rich spectrum of national traditions, personal histories, and artistic vocabularies. Each artist contributes a unique voice to the conversation, rooted in their local contexts yet reaching outward toward a global audience. Together, these voices form a resonant chorus that celebrates difference, nurtures understanding, and encourages a spirit of coexistence.

Central to the exhibition is the interplay between emerging and established artists, whose shared curiosity and creative energy drive the dialogue forward. Their works do not seek to blur boundaries but to explore them—revealing how tension, contrast, and divergence can become sources of insight, empathy, and transformation.

This project continues Pashmin Art’s longstanding commitment to intercultural engagement. For 35 years, the institute has championed exhibitions that foster artistic exchange between East and West. Here in Chongqing, that mission takes form in a vibrant constellation of global perspectives brought into thoughtful alignment.

Ultimately, Art Without Borders is more than an exhibition. It is a meeting ground—where identity, memory, and imagination converge; where bridges are built not only between geographies, but between hearts and minds. In this shared space, the seeds of mutual respect and enduring friendship are sown.