Hoki Museum, renowned for its focus on realistic painting, has once again favored Lo’s work by adding two of his new pieces to their collection this year. This continuous recognition brings ongoing international exposure and visibility to Taiwanese art.

Throughout his career, Lo Chan Peng has consistently engaged with cultural issues, focusing on themes such as religion, war, and human suffering. His portraits not only impress with their hyper-realistic style but also convey his perspectives and interpretations of social phenomena and historical events through subtle visual effects and symbolic imagery. This approach has earned him numerous major awards and led to exhibitions in museums and art fairs worldwide, often resulting in significant recognition and acclaim from the local art communities.

The recent acquisition of Lo’s two new works by the Hoki Museum, which specializes in collecting representational realism, began with Gallery Suchi in Ginza, Tokyo, showcasing Lo’s works last year. Recently, the gallery exhibited his latest pieces “The Prayer Under the Tree” and “Purple Tears.” The former depicts a devout woman in prayer, her expression a mix of doubt and longing, while the latter portrays a crying girl with a scarred and stained face, her eyes closed and tears streaming in a luminous purple hue. These paintings, highlighting Lo’s sensitivity to human nature, stood out for their unique style, detailed depiction, and profound emotional impact, leading the Hoki Museum to decide on their acquisition. This not only fosters cultural exchange and cooperation between Taiwan and Japan but also marks an increase in visibility for Taiwanese artists in the Japanese art scene.

Lo Chan Peng’s work frequently attracts international attention. In the past two years, he has been particularly active, holding exhibitions in the United States, Japan, Belgium, Germany, and Russia. He is also scheduled to visit Australia and China, receiving high praise from art professionals and the public alike, thus contributing significantly to the rise and development of Taiwanese art and culture.

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