The Changsha IFS Public Art Project 2024, themed "Bonjour Changsha", was launched at the Changsha International Finance Square (IFS) on May 15, and will run until August 31. Several Chinese and foreign artists have been invited to take part in the creation of four groups of art works and exhibitions.

The launch ceremony of the Changsha IFS Public Art Project 2024.

The event aims to explore the relationship between cultural exchanges and local cultures in the post-globalization context, emphasize the importance of individual experience in this process, showcase the culture and spirit of Changsha and Paris in an integrated way, and highlight the unique charm and new vitality of Changsha while promoting the friendly cultural exchanges between China and France.

Emotional Cosmos, a new art installation created by French artist Jean-Charles de Castelbajac for this year's art project, made its global debut at the Changsha IFS.

The Guardians of Time, a work by French artist Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.

Chinese Artist Li Lujia, also an indie musician and the owner of Cherry Much, created works on site for the exhibition CHERRY MUCH CLUB. The exhibition, brought by the artist and the Linnne art team to Changsha, was shown to the public for the first time in China.

A cherry-shaped installation on display.

The French puppet show "De La Fontaine" staged by famous French art troupe Archibald Caramantran hit the streets of Changsha on May 7, as part of this year's Croisements Festival marking 60 years of diplomatic ties between China and France. 

A spring and summer fashion show themed "Untamed Elegance" was held at the Changsha IFS on May 18. 

The photos above were provided by the organizer.

Source: en.changsha.gov.cn