Abstract

Since the passing of Yu Zhenli, many people in the art community have reviewed his artistic journey, particularly his continuously evolving creative practices and his studio transformation that integrated art into everyday life. However, his contributions to the local art ecosystem as a native artist from Dalian are equally worthy of study. This article begins with the lesser-known handwritten walls of Yu Zhenli studio and, by examining his creations, life, documents, and social interactions, reviews the social contributions of his artistic activities.

Key Words

Contemporary art, aesthetic sociology, Dalian, Yu Zhenli, 8+1