LI Peixuan Revives Ancient Chinese Mural Techniques for Contemporary Interiors on Singulart
LI Peixuan, an artist represented by Singulart, brings ancient Chinese mural techniques into modern environments. Her creations reflect her childhood sketches, formal education in traditional animation, and her background in game character design. Drawing inspiration from the Dunhuang cave murals, she employs natural mineral pigments and gold leaf to produce textured pieces. Motivated by a friend's cancer battle, her Green Tara artwork embodies the protection of women and children. During a challenging time, she also developed pieces featuring Acala. Presently, she is working on a piece depicting Vaishravana, the Heavenly King of Wealth. LI's art, characterized by Eastern aesthetics and soothing grey and earthy tones, is showcased on Singulart. This interview appeared in Singulart Magazine on October 9, 2026.
Key facts
- LI Peixuan is a contemporary artist represented by Singulart.
- She combines traditional Chinese mural techniques with modern design.
- Her work uses natural mineral pigments, animal glue, and the powder-raising and gold leaf technique.
- She was inspired by ancient Chinese cave murals, especially the Dunhuang cave murals.
- Her Green Tara series was inspired by a friend diagnosed with cancer.
- She created works featuring Acala after experiencing depression.
- She is currently working on a new artwork featuring Vaishravana, the Heavenly King of Wealth.
- Her works are available on Singulart, including 'Mineral Pigment Mural: Guanyin of Oneness,' 'Marbled Heavy Colour & Splashed-Ink Technique: Marshal Deng,' and 'Green Tara, Pure Hand-Painted Thangka Style.'
Entities
Artists
- LI Peixuan
Institutions
- Singulart
- Singulart Magazine
Locations
- China
- Dunhuang