In Floating Moonlight -1, the screen visually divides the composition into two parts. The upper section is dominated by bold and thick black brushstrokes. In contrast, the lower half is composed of overlapping fragments of old newspapers from China and France. Although many of the images are obscured by ink or layered upon one another, traces of history remain visible — notably, a page from The People’s Daily dated June 3, 1989, just one day before the Tiananmen Square Movement. This is placed alongside French fashion advertisements, creating a striking juxtaposition between two parallel worlds: one marked by political unrest, the other by consumer culture. This contrast enhances the work’s depth on time, history, and memory. The active, ever-changing social world is set against the stillness of black — a visual metaphor for inner calm. Like Yin and Yang, these opposing realities coexist, reflecting the harmony and tension that define both the universe and human experiences.

Huang Rui is one of China's most esteemed artists, known for his intellectual exploration of history, music, politics, and the world. What distinguishes him is his ability to distill complex ideas into simple, accessible forms. His artistic vision transcends aesthetic beauty, aiming to provoke thought, challenge conventions, and inspire dialogue.

As a founding member of The Stars Art Group (Xing Xing), Huang has been at the forefront of China’s avant-garde movement. His works, including Guitar’s Story and Courtyard Abstraction No.1, were recently featured in the retrospective exhibition "Freedom of Art: The Stars, Beijing, 1979" at the Centre Pompidou in Paris, where they now form part of the permanent collection, highlighting his enduring artistic legacy.

Artist's CV: http://website-artlogicwebsite0954.artlogic.net/usr/library/documents/main/artists/34/hr_cv2025.pdf