Crosscurrents explores the convergence of Chinese and American cultures and how this intersection affects artistic production here in New England.
Co-hosted by the Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL). LexArt and CAAL share a commitment to providing services that enrich the lives of everyone in Lexington and the surrounding communities.
To celebrate the exhibit opening and the Lunar New Year, LexArt and CAAL hosted a festive Chinese New Year Culture Fair on Sunday, January 8. The event featured demonstrations, performances and presentations of traditional Chinese art, calligraphy, clothing and music, including Dough figurines; Chinese Zodiac/Chinese Name Book Mark; Chinese Traditional Paper Cutting; Chinese Calligraphy; Chinese Brush Painting on White Fan; Candied Haws; Chi-pao · Chinese-style cloth & fashion clothing; Chinese Outfits for Children. Watch this video of the event created and reported by the Boston Film Academy.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/OKnZk2-RVBU
Thanks to our primary sponsor the Lingzi Foundation and to our supporting sponsors: the Foundation for Chinese Performing Arts, EA Education, Richard's Auto Service & Sales, and Seasons Four.
List of Artist
Xiao Yong Liu, Weipu Chang, Yahong Shen, Mike Mei, Louis Lam, Junyu Cheng, Guochun Wang, Catherine Chan, Daisy Lifton, Son-Mey Chiu, Bouchon Ruan, Alvin Guo
Photos taken by Nicole Mordecai