The evolution of contemporary watercolor painting in China: A document and visual analysis
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https://doi.org/10.37134/kupasseni.vol13.2.7.2025Keywords:
Watercolor painting, contemporary, China, document analysis, visual analysisAbstract
This study explores the recent development of contemporary watercolor painting in China through document analysis and visual analysis. By reviewing the literature, the aim of this study is to establish a detailed chronology of Chinese contemporary watercolor painting, tracing its evolution from traditional techniques to modern innovations. The research method integrates document analysis with visual analysis that scrutinizes representative artworks from each developmental stage. The findings highlight significant trends, influential artists, and pivotal moments in the transformation of contemporary watercolor painting in China. Through a chronological framework, this paper presents a curated collection of watercolor paintings, illustrating the stylistic and thematic shifts that characterize each period. This two-key method analysis will reveal how Chinese contemporary watercolor painting integrates traditional techniques with modern influences, reflecting broader cultural and social transformations. The results of this paper will enhance the understanding of watercolor painting art in contemporary China.
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