Categories
France News

French philosopher captures flow of Chinese ink painting [Video]

An exquisite display of Chinese ink paintings by French philosopher Benoît Vermander graces the halls of Fudan University in Shanghai’s Yangpu District, marking a unique intersection of artistic traditions.

Featuring over 60 captivating pieces, Vermander’s exhibition at Fudan University offers viewers a glimpse into his decade-long exploration of the ever-changing nature of existence. Drawing inspiration from the fluidity of life itself, Vermander’s works evoke a dynamic ebb and flow akin to the waves of the sea or the vastness of the desert.

Influenced by renowned French artists such as Paul Cezanne and Henri Matisse, Vermander seamlessly integrates elements of Chinese ink painting into his oeuvre. Despite residing in Shanghai for the past 15 years, his journey into Chinese artistry began in 1987 during his initial visit to China. It was during his immersive experiences in Taiwan and Sichuan in the 1990s that he delved into the techniques of Chinese painting, …

Watch/Read More
Categories
France News

French soldiers patrol New Caledonia after six people were killed in six days of riots • FRANCE 24 [Video]

France has mobilised hundreds of police to regain control of the main road linking the airport to New Caledonia capital Noumea and restore order after days of unrest, the French minister of interior Gerald Darmanin said in a post on X late on Saturday. Story by Charlottes Hughes.#France #NewCaledonia #riots🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBenFollow us on X (Twitter): https://f24.my/XenBrowse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGenDiscover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKenGet the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen

Categories
France News

France imposes curfew in New Caledonia after unrest by people who have long sought independence WPXI [Video]

Authorities in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia have announced a curfew and banned gatherings after violent unrest on the archipelago with decades of tensions between indigenous Kanaks seeking independence and colonizers descendants who want to remain part of France