Writing & Publications
Interviews, criticism and the artist’s own writing, alongside publications, historical documents and internet memory.
Writings by Liu Qiming
Artistic thought, social reflection, statements and essays authored by Liu Qiming, with joint authorship retained where applicable.
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Forced Demolition and the Spirit of Contract
Liu Qiming considers land use, demolition and the spirit of contract through the experiences of Suojia Village, Chaoyang’s art districts and Songzhuang.
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Open Letter to the Artists Participating in Restart: Suojia Village—International Art Camp Exhibition
Before the opening, Liu Qiming and Li Fang explain preparations, fundraising, publicity and arrangements for opening the artists’ studios.
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An Artist’s Statement on Social Media Circle
Liu Qiming discusses the video, painting and app-icon forms of Social Media Circle and the “freedom chosen for us” in information exchange.