Wu Jinwei
Artist-in-Residence, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Creative Product Developer, National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts
Creative Product Developer, Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei
Collaborating Artist, National Gallery of Canada
Named one of "100 Most Creative People in Business in China (2016)" by Fast Company (USA) for revolutionizing the traditional mannequin industry by replacing polluting FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic) materials with eco-friendly recyclable plastics. This innovation significantly increased production efficiency and product quality while reducing costs.
Dedicated over 10 years to studying traditional Chinese natural dyeing techniques under Professor Zeng Qixiong. Developed a comprehensive collection of Chinese traditional color swatches and pioneered advancements in sustainable dyeing methodologies.Committed to integrating, promoting, and applying traditional Chinese color resources.
The Past and Present of Traditional Chinese Natural Dyeing
Material |
Dyes: Rubia cordifolia L. Carthamus tinctorius L. Kerria yunnanensis. Caesalpinia sappan L. Polygonum tinctorium Ait. Cotinus coggygria var. cinereus Engl.
Textiles: Wool, Silk, Cotton.
Auxiliary material: EVA
Size |
Main piece: 48 x 30 cm
Extended installation: 90 x 90 cm
China's 5,000-year-old traditional color culture lies embedded in the rich layers of literature, poetry, economy, cuisine, and more. Through meticulous exploration, astonishing discoveries emerge.
By reviving traditional color gradients through natural dyeing, this work investigates the depth and subtlety of hues—how vivid or muted they can become. It bridges the exploration of the past with potential applications for the future.
