Xu Shuai
Xu Shuai’s works focus on the invisible world, and much of his inspiration comes from his dreams. He is interested in humanity’s relationship to the cosmos, particularly as it plays out here on Earth, in the relationship between individuals and nature. He hopes to explore his interior world more deeply while expanding outward, to engage society and beyond. He hopes that his works will move viewers away from cynicism and contempt, creating the opportunity to experience moments of contemplation and reflection. His desire is to begin to understand - and to invite others to understand - the relationship between human beings and nature, the universe, and the meaning of our existence in the universe - in short to an exploration of the self.
Xu Shuai is an artist based in Los Angeles, United States. His work focuses on the exploration of the invisible world, which encompasses the realms of dreams, subconsciousness, different dimensions, and the universe. He employs various mediums and forms of expression, such as oil painting, installations, and land art, to investigate the relationship between human perception and the universe.
In Xu’s artistic practice, the circle symbol frequently appears as a representation of the invisible world that he explores. The circle serves as a metaphor for the cyclical nature of life, the wholeness of the universe, and the infinite possibilities of the unknown. Xu draws inspiration from both ancient and contemporary human cosmologies, incorporating them into his visual language to create a unique depiction of the world as he perceives it.
Xu’s work is deeply rooted in the philosophy of perception, exploring how the human mind constructs reality and how our sensory experiences shape our understanding of the world. He often blurs the boundaries between the visible and the invisible, inviting the viewer to contemplate the mysterious and the enigmatic.
One of Xu’s signature works is a series of oil paintings that depict a dreamlike landscape with floating circles of different sizes and colors. These circles appear to be suspended in mid-air, hovering above the landscape like celestial bodies. The paintings create a sense of otherworldliness, inviting the viewer to contemplate the hidden dimensions of reality.
Xu’s installations are primarily indoor pieces of art. These objects are often placed in gallery spaces, creating a harmonious relationship between the man-made and the built environment. Xu’s installations blur the boundaries between the human-made and the built environment, inviting the viewer to contemplate the interconnectivity of all things.
On the other hand, Xu’s land art pieces are situated in remote outdoor locations such as forests, deserts, and mountains. Xu’s land art invites the viewer to contemplate the significance of the circle as a symbol of wholeness and unity in the context of the natural world.
Xu’s works offer a unique and holistic perspective on the interconnectivity of all things, inviting the viewer to contemplate the mysteries of existence and the relationship between human perception and the invisible world.