Concept
The apple snail was originally introduced domestically as a source of food but has since become a destructive force against crops due to various reasons. Passing through the fields, one often finds them scattered in every corner, voraciously consuming all green vegetation until, with no resources left, they unwillingly succumb to the end of their lives. Reflecting on this, humanity’s impact on the environment seems alarmingly similar. Yet, amidst the desolation of a barren field, there is always a faint glimmer of hope—a resilient green miracle that persists against all odds in the face of a harsh environment. It serves as a reminder of the delicate hope we must protect, ensuring the continuation of life.
Creation Year
2022
Artwork Theme
Imagery,Flowers and Plants,Countryside
Creation Material
Oil Painting
Canvas Size
116.5 cm × 91cm
Frame Type
Framed
Frame Size
136.5 cm × 117cm
About the artist

Kevin Tseng
Kevin Tseng uses oil painting and watercolor to express the local culture and customs of Taiwan. Instead of soft brushes, he employs sturdy palette knives, layering thick and vibrant oil paints. He incorporates the blending techniques of gongbi painting, ingeniously fusing two seemingly unrelated media to create a novel form of expression.
From 2021, due to the impact of the pandemic, his creative direction underwent a significant change. The fragility and impermanence of life suddenly seemed to come very close to us. The continuation and cherishing of emotions gradually became evident in his works. He began focusing on themes of mother-child and father-child affection among animals, projecting these onto human emotional connections.
The delicate layering of paint highlights light, shadow, and texture, while the rich color combinations imbue the paintings with a wild vitality. His artworks now emphasize the continuation and preciousness of emotional bonds, reflecting the closer proximity we've felt to life's fragility and unpredictability in recent times.
Kevin Tseng's works are not just images on a canvas; they are an expression of emotion. He combines his feelings with his brush, using the language of art to convey the depth and richness of life. His paintings serve as a window, allowing viewers to gain a deeper understanding of the diversity of the world and the continuity of emotions.