ILLUSTRATED:

Huang Gang started studying the social, reli- gious and philosophical background for creation of the Tibetan art since 1980s. Then, he created a series of artworks by an unprecedented style not ever used by other artists. In his drawings, he is never satisied with visual aspect of planes and he attaches importance to intensive feeling. However, the expression of his works is simple, direct, and free. The Eastern spirit is disclosed innovatively and deeply in this contradictory style.

"My Box" depicts a traditional, ancient Tibetan leather box in the context of grandiose snow mountains where there are shining red pentacles, representing the warmness of family and passing years. This is the metaphor of philosophies of human life and the religious philosophy across the entire image. The picture is harmonious and yet full of contradictions. Conlicts are every- where in Huang Gang's works. This kind of conlict emphasizes the relevancy and contrast of strength and harmony. Those works, from calligraphy series to mandolin series, recital se- ries, snow region series, and red pentacle series, highlight elated struggling spirit on the one hand and try to return to the inner side and achieve leverage on the other hand. Absolutely different rules and the red and black of human being are all included. The artist integrates ancient Tibetan arts into today's language of time, creating the style of modern deco. Amid dynamic brushwork and warm tone, intense cultural care is extended and revealed.