On October 25, 2022, the “Ode to the New Era” 2022 Jiangsu Fine Arts and Photography Joint Exhibition—Changzhou Economic Development Zone Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition—officially opened at the Changzhou Hengshan Museum.

 As the main exhibition area for the Economic Development Zone, the exhibition hall is located on the second floor of the Changzhou Hengshan Museum. Covering an area of approximately 500 square meters, it features a total of 117 works, all of which are themed calligraphy and painting pieces. This exhibition is part of the Economic Development Zone’s “Brushstrokes Convey New Rhythms, Passion Looks Toward the Future” themed calligraphy and painting exhibition. Since May of this year, the Economic Development Zone Calligraphy and Painting Association has been collecting submissions both online and offline, Artists, calligraphers, and enthusiasts from across the zone, staying true to the theme, wielded their brushes and ink to create a collection of outstanding works that blend local characteristics with a contemporary spirit. These pieces paint a vibrant picture of the Economic Development Zone’s construction and development and sing a hymn of praise to the new era. The event received a total of 136 calligraphy and fine art submissions. After evaluation by professional calligraphers and artists, 117 works were selected for exhibition, including Zhu Guoying’s “The Serene Charm of a Lotus Pond” and Zhu Xinchang’s “The Record of Yueyang Tower.” Among these, 15 works were awarded the “Outstanding Work” prize.