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Xiao Jiang, Beyond the Window, 2024. Oil on burlap, 59 ¹⁄₄ × 70 ⁷⁄₈ in. (150.50 × 180.01 cm)

Painting landscapes is like delving into the raw, untamed essence of the natural world, where every brush stroke captures not just the visual beauty, but the soul of a place. Xiao Jiang is not only painting the soul of a place but exposing the internal structure of escaping into a dream. In By the Window at Karma, this is both physical and mystical. It’s a delicate dance between light and shadow, where the horizon transcends mere scenery to become a narrative of mood and atmosphere. Landscapes in art hold a mirror to our emotions, illustrating the profound connection between humans and nature. Through vibrant or subdued palettes, these works transport viewers beyond the canvas, inviting them into a world where time stands still, and the land tells tales of serenity, chaos, and everything in between.