Natural Wonders Ecological Art Exhibition brings nature into the city

english.shanghai.gov.cn| October 15, 2025
Poster of the Natural Wonders Ecological Art Exhibition.jpg
​Poster of the Natural Wonders Ecological Art Exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: shpt_wl]

The Natural Wonders Ecological Art Exhibition began on Oct 10 at the Fang Cun Shan Contemporary Art Center in Shanghai's Putuo district. Featuring works by 15 artists, it examines the interconnectedness of humanity, community, and nature through engaging artistic experiences.

Structured around four themed sections, it reconstructs ancient life, revives urban materials, reimagines tactile encounters and recreates poetic city fields.

Artists and guests pose for a group photo at the exhibition.jpg
​Artists and guests pose for a group photo at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: shpt_wl]

In the evolution of species section, large installations by Ma Jin and Liu Peiling reshape the courtyard, sparking reflection on species change and ecology.

The evolution of species section..jpg
​The evolution of species section. [Photo/WeChat account: shpt_wl]

The fabric wonderland section encourages recycling of materials. Cao Cao and Li Wenli spearhead a community initiative that turns discarded textiles into interactive artworks.

The fabric wonderland section.jpg
​The fabric wonderland section. [Photo/WeChat account: shpt_wl]

The field inquiry section builds a wheat field landscape, blending installations, poetry and 3D printing.

The field inquiry section.jpg
​The field inquiry section. [Photo/WeChat account: shpt_wl]

The exhibition reflects UBOX Taomanli creative art community's co-creation vision, turning art spaces into platforms for urban ecological engagement. It runs through Nov 11, open Wednesday to Sunday by reservation.

 

Source: Official WeChat account of Putuo district administration of culture and tourism at "shpt_wl"