Zhang Fuming (張富銘; born 1989) is a Singaporeanartist and printmaker who focuses on woodcut printmaking that incorporates traditional techniques and contemporary subject matter. His works often explore social commentary and realism, focusing on the materiality and texture of woodblocks beyond conventional paper prints.
Zhang's practice centers on themes of ambition, societal expectations, and identity. Using woodcut techniques, he examines personal aspirations in the context of societal pressures. His works often reference motifs, such as the rice bowl, to explore materiality and cultural symbolism.[2] Through stark contrasts and dynamic textures, Zhang's prints emphasize resilience and reflect the complexities of contemporary society.[3][4][5]
In 2022, he founded Drawing Etc. Art Supplies, an artist-run store on Arab Street, Singapore, which includes a gallery and workshop space to support the local art community.[6][7]
Awards
Zhang was awarded the Young Talent Programme 2014/15, which played a key role in supporting his early development as a printmaker.[8][9]
