Chongqing - On May 25, Sichuan Fine Arts Institute (SCFAI) launched its 85th-anniversary celebration and the 2025 Graduation Season series of events. Marking the institution's 85-year legacy, the graduation season commenced with an undergraduate thesis exhibition, Museum Night, and other activities.

This year's undergraduate exhibition will open simultaneously on May 26 at the Art Museum of SCFAI's University Town Campus, Huxi Commune, and Chongqing Contemporary Art Museum at the Huangjueping Campus. It will run through June 15 and showcase nearly 10,000 works from over 1,500 students across 24 undergraduate programs.

On May 25, Sichuan Fine Arts Institute (SCFAI) hosted the "Blooming June" Undergraduate Graduation Exhibition at Huxi Campus. (Photo/Zhang Yu)

Wang Jianjia from the Department of Oil Painting presented "the New Life of the Kazakh People", blending vibrant and textured oil techniques to express her passion for Kazakh culture. "I aimed to capture their spiritual vitality in the new era—scenes of dancing under trees and herding horses," she explained. Using a unique method, she applied semi-dry paint as a base, sanded it for texture, and layered delicate brushstrokes to create a mottled effect.

Wang Jianjia, an undergraduate from the School of Fine Arts and her artwork. (Photo/Zhang Yu)

Wang Cenlin from the Experimental Art program unveiled “Fusion Tower: Alpha-Level Calculations”, merging futuristic vision with technical innovation to explore humanity's technological future. Inspired by the Tokamak device at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, he remarked, "I sought to bridge scientific grandeur with artistic expression through this systematic, immersive installation."

Wang Cenlin, an undergraduate from the School of Experimental Arts, presented his creative work “Fusion Tower: Alpha-Level Calculations." (Photo/Zhang Yu)

The exhibition balances grand narratives with diverse themes and interactive experiences, integrating art display with public education to deepen connections between the institute, students, and society.

The exhibition integrates artistic display with public education, blending learning with immersive enjoyment. (Photo/Zhang Yu)

The opening night featured a dazzling light show for the "Open June" 2025 exhibition and Museum Night. Beyond displays, the season will host hundreds of events, including art performances, public workshops, academic exchanges, and graduate showcases.

At the "Museum Night", SCFAI's 2025 Fashion Design Graduates showcased their outstanding collections. (Photo/Zhang Yu)

Both venues will offer free admission through June 15, with reservations available via SCFAI Art Museum's official WeChat account.

(Zhang Yu, as an intern, also contributed to this report.)