As an ink artist, Liu Qinghe has been one of the prominent names in the contemporary scenes that is experimental and expressive in his works. In Treading Waves, he captures the contemporary society in urban cities in an attempt to understand society's psychological perceptions visually. The artworks show people in their carefree nature through the dripping and permeation of ink. A strange ambiance is felt as each figure is depicted in a dense mist of color and ink. Yet each line is meticulously drawn, giving each image a complete metaphysical visual experience.

Installation view of Treading Waves

Distilled Water,
Ink and wash on paper,
90 x 90 cm, 2004
Ink and wash on paper,
90 x 90 cm, 2004

Cuteness,
ink and wash on paper,
61 x 58 cm, 2016
ink and wash on paper,
61 x 58 cm, 2016

Installation view of Treading Waves

Softness,
ink and wash on paper,
180 x 225 cm, 2017
ink and wash on paper,
180 x 225 cm, 2017

The River Is Full,
ink and wash on paper,
65 x 55 cm, 2010
ink and wash on paper,
65 x 55 cm, 2010