Extension 2014

This is Qin Yufen's 'Extension,' a piece that seems to be playing with space, line, and maybe even time. The palette is understated; it's mostly whites and creams, with the wood adding a touch of warmth. There is a line that travels across the surface like a thought being unfurled. That single, wandering line is so tentative, so human. It reminds me that artmaking is a process, not just an outcome. The material aspect of the work—the way the paper unrolls, the smooth spool—it's all about potential, about what could be. The stark whiteness and clean lines almost give it a minimalist feel, but then you see the imperfect, hand-drawn line, and it brings you back to the human touch. It's a dance between order and chaos, control and freedom. I am reminded of Agnes Martin, but with a playful, three-dimensional twist. Ultimately, 'Extension' is about possibilities, a reminder that art, like life, is an ongoing exploration, full of open-ended questions and never any fixed answers.