Born in Taipei, 1983

Cheng Nung-Hsuan (b. 1983, Taipei) graduated with a BFA from Taipei National University of the Arts in 2006 and currently lives and works in Taipei. Cheng primarily works in painting, a medium valued for its ancient and primal nature as a form of expression, which the artist believes more closely approaches his exploration of spirituality. Early works consisted of portraits marked by erasure and overpainting, interpreting personal emotions within everyday social relationships. In recent years, his practice has shifted toward incorporating elements of classical painting and theatrical compositions. Moving between narrative structure and abstract emotion, exploring the gaps and discontinuities between individual experience and collective cultural consciousness.

In 2008, Cheng held his first solo exhibition, Days Like These, at Dynasty Gallery in Taipei. His works have received several awards, including the New Perspective Art in Taiwan, the Kaohsiung Award, and the Call for Young Artists (2005). His works are also included in the collection of the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts. Recent exhibitions have been held at Artemin Gallery, Eslite Gallery Taipei, and AKI Gallery.