Being UniqueMy late brother, Wesley Tongson’s work is considered unique by many experts. There is his signature style of splash ink landscapes during…Sep 20, 2020Sep 20, 2020
The Missing LinkWe are fortunate that when Wesley passed away, he left us works that span many years. One could trace his development. Although he had not…Oct 18, 2019Oct 18, 2019
The Mystery of A NameStarting in 2009, at age 52, Wesley used his sobriquet, “Mountain Taoist” (Shandou Daoren). When I first came upon these works, it puzzled…May 26, 2019May 26, 2019
Slow Dancing with ArtThe title is taken from the meditation workshop, Slow Dancing with Art: Mindfulness and Art. The workshop is being held at my late brother…Feb 22, 2019Feb 22, 2019
Abandonment Of The Brush, part 2When one thinks of finger painting, usually children’s finger painting comes to mind. I had no idea painting using fingers, that the work…Dec 30, 2018A response icon2Dec 30, 2018A response icon2
Abandonment Of The Brush, part 1In 2004, while on a trip back home, Wesley asked me to come up to view his recent works. I wondered what new breakthrough he had with his…Sep 10, 2018A response icon1Sep 10, 2018A response icon1
Looking Beyond the SurfaceWhen I used to look at art, I never felt much from the works, it was strictly visual. Usually, it was either the composition or the colors…May 2, 2017A response icon2May 2, 2017A response icon2
A Mover and Shaker of a different kindInspired by the 20th century master Zhang Daqian, Wesley started to explore splashing ink while he lived in Canada (1977–1981). In his…Mar 1, 2017Mar 1, 2017
Two of the Four GentlemenIn Chinese painting, plants are important subjects. “The Four Gentlemen” refer to the plum, the orchid, the bamboo and the chrysanthemum…Dec 28, 2016Dec 28, 2016
Getting to know my brotherThis journey started shortly after my brother’s death. While cataloging his paintings, his different styles and evolvement began to emerge…Oct 31, 2016Oct 31, 2016