The special exhibition Qi Baishi and His Disciples from Shandong runs from Dec 22 to April 22 at the Shandong Art Museum. [Photo/SdChina]

The opening ceremony of the special exhibition, Qi Baishi and His Disciples from Shandong, was held in Jinan, capital of Shandong province, on Dec 27. The exhibition with an unprecedented scale opened on Dec 22 at the Shandong Art Museum, featuring art works of ink artist Qi Baishi (1864–1957) and his art legacies. Through a rich collection and clear chronology, this exhibition comprehensively presents the formation, development, and continuation of Qi School art in Shandong.

The exhibition features four sub-exhibitions, showcasing the artworks of Qi's disciples. [Photo/SdChina]

The exhibition is a major part of the "Qi Baishi in Shandong" cultural and tourism integration project. It gathers 136 precious collections from 11 cultural institutions across seven cities in six provinces, including 83 authentic works by Qi and 10 works by his predecessors. It also showcases 43 works by his disciples. This is one of the largest and most valuable exhibitions in Shandong Art Museum's history.

To enhance the viewing experience, parallel exhibitions focusing on Qi's disciples are also held simultaneously in Jinan, Qingdao, and Yantai. These exhibitions form a cohesive cluster, creating a coordinate effect that explores Qi's artistic influence in Shandong.

The exhibition will run until April 22, 2026, offering a unique opportunity for art lovers to explore the legacy of this great artist.

Cultural and creative products related to Qi's paintings. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A tourist admires Qi's work at the exhibition. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]