Of Chinese origin, LIN Xiang Xiong, born in 1945, has endured the agonies of war and suffered from exile. The discovery of artistic practice was thus a revelation for him, and for over 60 years, painting has been a constant activity in LIN Xiang Xiong's life. It has allowed him to navigate through difficult years with a dream in his heart.

On 14th December 2025, a museum dedicated to Peace will open on the island of Penang in Malaysia. Entirely conceived and designed by LIN, supported by teams of architects and designers, this museum is the culmination of a project that has inspired the professor for many years.

From 10th to 13th September, LIN Xiang Xiong will present his work and his museum through 25 paintings exhibited at the Hôtel de l’Industrie, located in the Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés. 

On 11th September there will be a symposium centred around the theme Can Art Contribute to Peace?

Initially scheduled for 10th September, the vernissage has been exceptionally postponed to 12th September to coincide with the awarding of the LIN Xiang Xiong Art for Peace Prize, of which LIN is the patron.

The Lin Xiang Xiong Art for Peace Prize competition concluded on 15th August 2025, and we are pleased to announce a tremendous success: 1,883 artists from around the world participated in this event dedicated to art and peace.

Another excellent piece of news: Philippe Djian, renowned French author, has agreed to chair the jury for the competition.

A novelist, short story writer, screenwriter, and lyricist, his work spans various literary genres. A prolific author, he has written over thirty novels, including 37°2 le matin, Impardonnables, Incidences and Oh..., many of which have been adapted into films. His writing, characterised by great freedom, is marked by a vivid and incisive style, profoundly influenced by American literature.

The jury will select three winners based on the relevance, creativity, and artistic quality of their work.

Text and photo credits with warm thanks to the Fondation Area Paris, co-organiser of the event.