Splash Ink Painting and the Intimidation of Permanence | Kevin Yeh
Event Type:
- Interactive Arts Exploration
- (Online)
Program:
- SPARKS Exchange
Featuring:
- Kevin Yeh 葉浩白
Organizers:
- Center for Process Studies
In this SPARKS Exchange Kevin Yeh 葉浩白 will perform a live demonstration of the Yeh Splash Ink style and explore the concepts of perceived permanence and taking the first step in a journey. Kevin is a third-generation Chinese splash ink artist continuing a family lineage that began with his grandfather, a former Republic of China cavalry general who turned to painting expressive, dynamic horses inspired by Song Dynasty brushwork. Kevin’s father and uncle further evolved the style by incorporating nature, movement, and cinematic perspective. Kevin is both a practitioner and preserver of this tradition, aiming to carry these techniques forward in a digital age. Kevin’s approach to splash ink art emphasizes dynamic, fluid brushwork derived from Chinese calligraphy and the vitality of nature. The technique aims to create variation in line and wash allowing the form to emerge organically while maintaining a sense of energy, movement, and life.
The session will begin with Kevin‘s demonstration of horse painting, followed by an dialogue with Jay McDaniel to draw connections with process philosophy themes, and conclude with a participatory activity led by Kaeti MacNeil where attendees can breathe along with Kevin‘s brushstrokes.
Featuring
Kevin Yeh 葉浩白
Kevin Yeh 葉浩白 is a first-generation Asian American, born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. He attended the University of California, Santa Cruz where he earned a BS degree in Molecular Biology. After working at various biotech companies for 8 years, he changed his career to work as a UI/UX designer. He is currently a design consultant with a focus on pharmacy and healthcare technology. Kevin is also a third-generation Chinese splash ink artist continuing a family lineage that began with his grandfather, a former Republic of China cavalry general who turned to painting expressive, dynamic horses inspired by Song Dynasty brushwork. His approach to splash ink art emphasizes dynamic, fluid brushwork derived from Chinese calligraphy and the vitality of nature.
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Free Online Event
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