Tan Chun was born in Canton, China and developed an early interest in art as a child. He began his studies in China and continued at the Art Student's League in New York after emigrating to the United States in 1974. Chun's longtime exploration of both the American and Chinese arts has broadened his horizon and influenced some personal philosophies as well. Thus, his delicate work is the
...see more »combination of the essential qualities of traditional realism and contemporary painting techniques. Many subjects inspire this widely traveled artist. Whether painting a landscape, seascape, still life or floral, there is a pre-eminent reverence for the peace and beauty of the world of nature that is reflected in all of his paintings. Chun is constantly challenging himself by incorporating his personal observations which result in an individual style all his own. He is accomplished in a wide range of media, and incessantly challenges his mastery of watercolor, oil and printmaking. His paintings hang in numerous personal and corporate collections throughout the world. Tan Chun resides in New Jersey with his lovely wife Anna and their two children.« see less
