TIAPEI (Taiwan News) - Taipei's art landscape is buzzing in May and June, offering a rich tapestry of exhibitions that span historical reverence to cutting-edge contemporary expressions.
From a centennial tribute to a Taiwanese ink master to explorations of the artist's muse, and even a foray into the world's most "disgusting" foods, there is something to captivate every artistic palate.
Join us for a sneak peek at the must-see exhibitions unfolding across the city.
A Century of Ink Mastery: The Li Chi-mao Centennial Exhibition

A pivotal figure in the development of Taiwanese ink painting, Li Chi-mao (李奇茂) is celebrated on the 100th anniversary of his birth with a comprehensive exhibition at the National Museum of History.
This landmark show gathers 69 carefully selected masterpieces from 25 different institutions, including numerous rare works never before seen by the public.
Date: April 3 – June 8
Venue: National Museum of History
The Artist's Muse

Tina Keng Gallery and TKG+ join forces to present "The Painter's Model," a thought-provoking group exhibition featuring sixteen prominent artists, including Wang Pan-yuen (王攀元), Wang Huai-qing (王懷慶), Chu Yuan-chi (朱沅芷), and Wu Dayu.
Through their diverse lenses, the exhibition explores the multifaceted role of the model in art across different eras and cultural contexts, offering fresh insights into the creative process and the relationship between artist and subject.
Date: April 26 – May 31
Venue: Tina Keng Gallery and TKG+
Tomato Seeds Passing Through the Body and Germinating

Following his intriguing 2021 exhibition, Luo Jr-shin (羅智信) returns with a new body of work, including recent sculptures and large-scale installations.
Lo examins the cyclical nature of matter through the concept of entry and exit points, whose functions remain fluid. Through his chosen materials, the artist delves into fundamental human instincts such as digestion, excretion, and the enduring pursuit of optimism.
Date: May 3 – July 19
Venue: Michael Ku Gallery
In Praise of Light

Singaporean artist Jane Lee (李綾瑄) presents her inaugural solo exhibition in Taiwan.
Drawing inspiration from the Japanese aesthetic and philosophy of "Ma" – the pause or interval in space and time – and influenced by Zen calligraphy, Lee's "In" series of lightbox works pushed the boundaries of painting.
Utilizing rosin and various natural mineral crystals like clear quartz and amethyst, she transformed the subtle luminescence of these materials into visual rhythms, creating a unique artistic language and texture.
Date: May 3 – August 9
Venue: TKG+
Random

Jay Peng (彭冠傑) presents his solo exhibition "Random" at the MEDIAN. Viewing himself as a "visual language processor," Peng receives and recodes image signals, iteratively working between rationality and intuition to construct his artworks.
These pieces originate from his ongoing collection and experimentation with "unit forms," which are disassembled, replicated, and transformed into new objects, symbols, or purely abstract entities defying clear definition.
Date: May 3 – May 12
Venue: the MEDIAN
Seeds

Continuing his contemplation of natural forms, Zhao Zhao's (趙趙) exhibition “Seeds” uses the imagery of the Bodhi flower and seed to build a poetic narrative space that merges Buddhist philosophy with contemporary visual language.
Through unrestrained brushstrokes, Zhao Zhao depicts scenes of flourishing blossoms and accumulated seeds, transforming the vibrant life force of the Bodhi seed – between blooming and decay – into a symbolic representation of "Bodhi" in the Zen context, inviting viewers to engage in philosophical reflection on existence and time within his abstract expression.
Date: May 6 – June 28
Venue: Lin Lin Gallery
Pipe Dream

French-American artist Ana Karkar presents her first solo exhibition in Taiwan. This series of new paintings pulsates with emotional energy and sensory tension, immersing viewers in an opium-induced dreamscape that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy.
Date: May 7 – July 12
Venue: TAO ART
Venus Temple of Desire
Bluerider ART unveils its cross-disciplinary curatorial project at Breeze Center, which brings together representative works by avant-garde European and American artists to construct a contemporary sanctuary dedicated to speed, desire, and power.
Featuring Marck's video sculptures that place viewers in a voyeuristic space and Desire Obtain Cherish's provocative "Meltdown" series using candy and brand language to explore visual and gustatory desires, this exhibition offers a sweet yet satirical commentary on contemporary obsessions.
Date: May 9 – August 31
Venue: Breeze Center
Taipei Dangdai Art Fair

The highly anticipated Taipei Dangdai art fair returns, showcasing a dynamic range of works across three main sections. From leading international galleries and masterpieces by established artists to experimental creations by emerging talents, the fair offers a comprehensive overview of the contemporary art scene.
This year's edition also features two special exhibitions, "Power Cut" and "Taipei Nodes," promising to be major highlights.
Date: May 9 – May 11
Venue: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
From Impressionism to Modernism: Masterpieces from The Metropolitan Museum of Art

In a landmark event, The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents its first major exhibition in Taiwan, featuring iconic works by 38 artists who shaped the trajectory of Western art.
The exhibition includes masterpieces by Impressionist luminaries like Renoir, Post-Impressionist giants Van Gogh and Cezanne, the colorist Matisse, as well as Courbet, Gauguin, Seurat, and Pissarro, offering a breathtaking journey through nearly a century of artistic innovation.
Date: June 14 – October 12
Venue: National Palace Museum
Turner 2025

The exhibition brings the authentic works of J.M.W. Turner, Britain's greatest painter, to Taiwan.
This international touring exhibition will feature two of his most celebrated paintings, "Venice, from the Porch of Madonna della Salute" and "The Blue Rigi, Sunrise," the latter making its first and only stop in Taiwan before being returned to the Tate for a decade-long conservation.
Date: June 27 – October 12
Venue: Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Disgusting Food Museum

Prepare for a truly unique and potentially stomach-churning experience at the exhibition, making its exclusive Asian debut in Taipei.
Featuring 85 "bizarre" dishes from 35 countries across five continents, this exhibition will challenge visitors’ senses of sight, smell, and taste, pushing the boundaries of your culinary tolerance.
Date: June 28 – September 28
Venue: Songshan Cultural and Creative Park