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范少华

Fan Shao Hua

范少华

Fan Shao Hua

Fan Shao Hua (范少華), born in 1963 in Guangzhou, China, is a celebrated contemporary artist known for seamlessly blending Eastern and Western art traditions. He began learning Chinese ink painting at just 10 years old, later graduating from the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts with a degree in oil painting. His artistic journey took him around the world, earning a Master’s degree in Australia and a PhD in Fine Arts Research from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
Since moving to Singapore in the early 1990s, Fan has become an influential figure in the art scene, receiving top honours like the UOB Painting of the Year Award in 2000 and the prestigious Cultural Medallion in 2003. His works have been exhibited widely across Asia and Europe, finding their way into major galleries and private collections.
Fan’s art is instantly recognisable for its fluid blend of traditional Lingnan ink techniques and Western realism. Whether painting serene Southeast Asian landscapes, intimate portraits, or scenes of daily life, his work carries a warmth and depth that invites viewers to pause, reflect, and see the world through his eyes.

With each stroke, Fan Shao Hua bridges cultures and generations, fusing Lingnan spirit with contemporary insight in a language uniquely his own.

With each stroke, Fan Shao Hua bridges cultures and generations, fusing Lingnan spirit with contemporary insight in a language uniquely his own.

范少华,1963年出生于中国广州,自幼受到书法与水墨画家父亲的熏陶,10岁开始学习水墨绘画,1985年毕业于广州美术学院油画系,奠定了扎实的中西艺术基础。1992年移居新加坡后,他持续探索油画、水墨、水彩及混合媒材的创作,形成融合东方精神与西方技法的独特风格,并逐渐成为新加坡艺术界的重要代表人物。
范少华的创作涵盖写实与抽象,他早期擅长人物肖像与东南亚风景,后来转向更具哲理意味的抽象与超现实主题。其中最著名的“莲花系列”,以油彩叠加皴法、刮擦、泼墨、拓印等技法, 表现出精神成长、心灵宁静及人与自然的对话。他的作品多次在广州美术馆、中国美术馆、 上海美术馆、新加坡艺术博物馆、香港大会堂等地展出,足迹遍布亚洲及欧美,并受到国际广泛关注。
他的努力和创新赢得了诸多荣誉,包括2000年荣获新加坡大华银行全国绘画比赛全场大奖, 以及2008年香港颁发的“国际油画艺术家大奖”。范少华的作品被新加坡艺术博物馆、吉隆坡国家画廊、烟台艺术学院,以及香格里拉酒店、百丽宫等机构收藏。作为活跃于中西艺术交流的艺术家,他以敏锐的艺术视野、持续创新的精神,让传统水墨与当代绘画在画布上交汇,至今仍以丰富的创作能量影响着新加坡及东南亚艺术界。

Fan Shao Hua: An Artist Bridging Cultures and Eras

Early Life and Education

Fan Shao Hua was born in Guangzhou, China, and graduated from the Oil Painting Department of the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He went on to teach at the Painting Department of South China University of Arts and the Art and Design Department of Guangzhou University. In 1992, he moved to Singapore, where he joined the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts as a lecturer. During this time, his works gained wide recognition, earning First Prize at the Singapore National Art Competition.

Artistic Style and Creative Identity

Singapore’s art scene is renowned for its fusion of Eastern traditions, Western modernity, and Southeast Asian culture, forming a uniquely rich artistic language. As a classically trained artist, Fan built on his solid academic foundation and the heritage of Lingnan culture. Through years of keen observation and exploration of daily life, he reinterprets Southeast Asia’s cultural landscapes and Singapore’s multicultural identity with his own painterly language, crafting a style that is both distinctive and deeply personal.

In his paintings—whether in composition, brushwork, or the subtle gradation of colour—Fan demonstrates a masterful balance of space, tension, and atmosphere. From highly realistic portraits to more interpretive series, his works radiate an arresting magnetism, drawing viewers into an evocative world that lingers in the imagination.

The Distinctive Allure of His Lotus and Portrait Series

Among Fan’s most celebrated works is his Lotus Series. Rather than merely painting the flower from life, Fan studies its form and essence, personifying its imagery. By merging the traditions of Chinese ink and colour with Western oil techniques, he creates a harmonious blend of East and West. These paintings reflect not only his emotional connection to Nanyang life and Singapore but also his reflections on—and emotional responses to—everyday moments.

Fan’s portraiture is equally acclaimed. Singapore’s multicultural society and unique human landscape have provided him with a wealth of inspiration. Through his portrayals of people across different walks of life, he captures the emotional threads of urban existence.

In 1994, he painted one of the earliest portraits of Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew, making him among the first artists to immortalise Lee’s image on canvas. Two decades later, in 2014, he was invited again to create a new portrait—this time with a greater maturity and a subtly freer hand, balancing strength and delicacy to convey the nation’s enduring respect for its founding leader.

Artistic Philosophy and Vision

As one of Singapore’s most respected oil painters, Fan believes that true artistic maturity does not lie in ostentatious technique, fleeting trends, or dismissing tradition. Rather, it resides in an unwavering dedication to art as a lifelong calling.

This conviction has defined his 40-year artistic journey. Fan has never ceased creating, constantly honing his craft and finding joy and fulfillment in the process. Through his persistence, he has discovered the “artistic realm” and nurtured his own “artistic soul.” His works transcend time and place, using a visual language that is pure, sincere, and harmonious, radiating a spirit of positivity and vitality like sunlight.

Exhibition and Collector's Note

Fan Shao Hua’s art reflects both mastery and meaning, shaped by decades of dedicated practice and a life lived between cultures. His paintings weave together the discipline of his classical training with a deep sensitivity to Southeast Asia’s people and places. Through confident brushwork, nuanced colours, and a quiet balance of form and space, his works feel timeless — capturing not just beauty on canvas, but the emotions, stories, and cultural spirit of Singapore itself.

From 31 October to 2 November 2025, collectors and art enthusiasts will have an exclusive opportunity to experience Fan Shao Hua’s legacy at The Private Art Sale 2:

📍 Location: Artspace @ Helutrans, 39 Keppel Road, #01-05, Singapore
📅 Dates: 31 October – 2 November 2025
Time: 11:00am – 8:00pm daily

This highly anticipated event will feature 90 carefully curated artworks offered at 20%–80% below current market prices, giving collectors a rare opportunity to acquire significant pieces of Singapore’s art history while engaging deeply with Fan’s oeuvre.

For years, Asia Arts Collective has been a trusted art advisory and consultancy specialising in Singaporean and Asian Modern & Contemporary Art. Their expertise spans artwork acquisition and sales, valuation and assessment, collection planning, brokerage, and commissioning services. Beyond consultancy, Asia Arts Collective actively fosters a culture of art appreciation through rotating exhibitions, talks, and educational programmes, guiding both seasoned collectors and those just beginning their journey.

Fan Shao Hua’s works are more than paintings—they are windows into a pivotal era of Singapore’s cultural evolution. The Private Art Sale 2 is not only a chance to acquire exceptional art, but also an invitation to connect with the broader story of Singapore’s artistic heritage.

For more information or to preview the full catalogue and pricing, visit here

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Asia Art Collective is an art advisory and consultancy specialised in Singaporean and Asian modern and contemporary art. Professional art services include providing clients with art advice on artwork purchase and sale, artwork valuation and assessment, art acquisition and collection planning, art sale and brokerage, as well as art commissioning and artwork sourcing. Asia Art Collective seeks to promote a culture of art appreciation and art acquisition and collection for Singapore art, and modern and contemporary Asian art through its diverse and rotating art exhibitions and art appreciation programmes, courses and talks. Enquire with Asia Art Collective for advice and support on your art-collecting journey.

亚洲艺汇有限公司(Asia Art Collective Pte Ltd )是新加坡专业的艺术品咨询顾问公司,公司的服务是为艺术收藏提供指导,制定策划购买艺术品方向,帮助藏家评估、分析艺术品市场价位、未来的市场走势。在选择艺术品方面,即要帮助藏家找到自己酷爱心怡的作品,同时也把艺术品列为藏家资产扩充的规划中,并且负责跟踪艺术品的买与卖。同时也提供新加坡艺术品量身定制服务

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