Nuohan Jiang

Artist Statement

Nuohan Jiang's paintings explore humanity's timeless fascination with the mysteries of the universe, inviting viewers on a journey of self-discovery. The works ask if our minds and energy can transcend the physical boundary to connect with the cosmos. Whether there is a definite answer, we are invited to seek inner peace amidst the chaos along the journey.

Within her paintings, symbols abound — spheres, mist, light, shimmering fragments, moths, and holes. They exist in undefined space, alluding to both the cosmic vastness and the intricate landscapes of the mind. Nuohan contemplates themes of the boundless expanse of the void, the non-linear perception of time, and the contrast and co-existence of transience and immortality. The paintings are often meditative. They whisper to the viewers and beckon them into a realm of contemplation.

Nuohan applies creamy layers of paint smoothly on the wood panels and uses deliberate brushstrokes to evoke an ethereal and atmospheric light environment. Deep cold black, a variety of color-tinted grays, and light red and green often appear in the works. In both the dark and light paintings, the restrained palettes exude tranquility and a sense of frozen time.

Can we catch an echo of eternity in the ephemerality? Nuohan Jiang's painting explores the interplay between her inner reflections and a human's intricate connection with the universe.

Biography

Nuohan Jiang is a visual artist based in New York City since relocating from China in 2018. She earned a BFA in Painting from Pratt Institute. Through her art, Nuohan explores profound themes such as the boundless expanse of the void, the non-linear perception of time, and the juxtaposition of transience and immortality. Her meditative paintings invite viewers into a realm of deep contemplation and quiet reflection.

Nuohan’s work has been exhibited globally, including prestigious venues such as Highline Nine Gallery, Anderson Contemporary, and iidrr Gallery in New York City; Light House Art Center in Tequesta; Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas in Madrid; and Centrul Cultural al Municipiului București in Bucharest.

In addition to her painting practice, Nuohan Jiang is the founder of Artists Living Room, a platform she has used to curate exhibitions and conduct artist interviews since 2021. She has curated four in-person shows and two online shows. Notable recent exhibitions include the solo show Kidnapped by Yooyeon Nam and In a Clearing by Nikko Mechanic. Her upcoming curated group show, At a Moment Like This, will be on view in July 2024.

Nuohan Jiang has also been a member of the exhibition committee at the non-profit organization Baltimore Jewelry Center since 2022, where she reviews exhibition proposals and work received from open calls.

Mesmerizing Time_2024_Oil on canvas_28x18 inches
Fuzzy Quietness_2024_Oil on panel_10x8 inches
Inevitable Attraction_2024_Oil on panel_10x8 inches
The Echoes_2024_Oil on panel_16x12 inches
Passing Through an Ancient Dream_2024_Oil on panel_16x12 inches
Whispering Wings_2024_Oil on panel_16x12 inches
An Echo_2024_Oil on canvas_48x36 inches
The End is Another Beginning_2024_Oil on canvas_48x36 inches
Fallen Past_2024_Oil on canvas_40x30 inches