Artists

Lou Zhenggang

Press release

Almine Rech London is pleased to present Shizen, Lou Zhenggang's first solo exhibition with the gallery, organized with Simon de Pury, on view from April 22 to May 24, 2025.

The Essence of Shizen

Shizen, the Japanese word for nature, also conveys meanings of human nature and spontaneity. Lou Zhenggang’s paintings, though abstract, are deeply personal—expressions of her innermost emotions—yet they evoke the raw force of nature. Her work balances the unrestrained freedom of spontaneous brushwork with the rigorous discipline of a master calligrapher, honed over years of devoted practice.

The Exhibition

The Shizen exhibition at Almine Rech London features twenty-one paintings created between 2018 and 2023. These recent works, while undeniably contemporary, possess a timeless quality. The exhibition includes both monochromatic works—rendered in infinite shades of black and white—and paintings infused with color. Whether viewed up close or from a distance, each work possesses a staggering beauty, regardless of its scale.
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— Simon de Pury