Professor Ma Jingru from the Central Academy of Fine Arts visited Chang'an International Club

On October 10, 2025, Professor Ma Jingru and her delegation from the Central Academy of Fine Arts visited Chang'an International Club and held in-depth exchanges with Mr. Chen Feng, Chairman of Chang'an International Holdings Group, and Ms. Wang Jia, President of Chang'an International Club. This meeting was not only a high-level dialogue in the field of art, but also an important beginning for cooperation between the two parties in the fields of art collection, academic research, and social aesthetic education.

Professor Ma Jingru (fifth from left) and her delegation from the Central Academy of Fine Arts visited Chang'an International Club.

Professor Ma Jingru is a professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of Art Management and Education, Central Academy of Fine Arts, and the executive director of the Art Education Research Center. She also serves as the Chief Art Advisor to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, a council member of the China Practical Learning Research Association under the Ministry of Education, the president of its Social Aesthetic Education Professional Committee, and a member of the first National Professional Committee for Guiding Aesthetic Education in Primary and Secondary Schools under the Ministry of Education. As a leading figure in China's art education field, Professor Ma has long been committed to art education research and practice, possessing profound expertise in art education, art management, and social innovation.

In addition to her outstanding achievements in academia, Professor Ma Jingru also serves as a director and deputy secretary-general of the Jin Shangyi Art Foundation. The Jin Shangyi Art Foundation is a non-profit organization named after Mr. Jin Shangyi, a master of contemporary Chinese oil painting and former president of the Central Academy of Fine Arts. Its aim is to promote Chinese oil painting, cultivate young artistic talent, and foster artistic exchange between China and other countries. Under Professor Ma's leadership, the foundation continuously promotes the inheritance and innovation of Chinese oil painting, building an important platform connecting artistic creation, theoretical research, and social aesthetic education through exhibitions, academic seminars, and international exchanges.

During the meeting, Professor Ma Jingru gave a detailed introduction to the development philosophy and future plans of the Jin Shangyi Art Foundation. She stated, "The Foundation will continue to uphold Mr. Jin Shangyi's artistic spirit and is committed to building a more inclusive and innovative art ecosystem. Art collection plays an important role in promoting art development. The art collections of high-end members are not only a protection of artworks, but also a support for artistic creation and a contribution to cultural inheritance."

One of the key topics of this meeting was exploring the possibility of in-depth cooperation in the field of art collection between the Jin Shangyi Art Foundation, the Asian Cultural and Art Foundation, and members of the Chang'an International Club.

Mr. Chen Feng, Chairman of Chang'an International Holdings Group, warmly welcomed Professor Ma Jingru's visit and stated during the meeting: "With the continuous maturation of the Chinese art market, a systematic and academic collection system is becoming increasingly important. Professor Ma Jingru's visit lays a solid foundation for the cooperation among the three parties. Chang'an International Club is committed to building a top-tier ecological platform that integrates commerce, culture, and art. We firmly believe that the ultimate value of wealth lies in its contribution to the nourishment and inheritance of culture. Professor Ma Jingru's profound academic background and the professional authority of the Jin Shangyi Art Foundation are highly compatible with our club members' pursuit of a high-quality cultural life and their inherent need to inherit family culture. We look forward to introducing top-notch academic resources into the club through this strategic cooperation, creating a systematic and professional art collection guidance system for our members, and guiding social capital towards art creations with true academic value and historical significance, jointly fulfilling an entrepreneur's cultural responsibility and social commitment."

It is worth mentioning that both sides will also pay special attention to the "Rong Ying Family Centennial New Collection" and the " 2015-2025 Most Collectible Artist Nomination" activities during this meeting. These two activities not only focus on the performance of the art market, but also emphasize the academic value and development potential of artists, providing professional reference for art collection through multi-dimensional evaluation.

Ms. Wang Jia, President of Chang'an International Club, stated, "The collaboration with Professor Ma Jingru and the Jin Shangyi Art Foundation will further enhance the club's cultural and artistic content and create more diversified value for its members. In the future, the club will regularly hold art salons, collection appreciation events, and other activities to build a bridge of communication between artists and collectors."

As the talks progressed, all parties reached a consensus on cooperation in multiple areas. Professor Ma Jingru's professional insights and profound scholarship brought a fresh perspective on art collecting to the attendees. She concluded by expressing her hope that through the joint efforts of all parties, the healthy development of Chinese art collecting culture could be promoted, allowing art to truly become a vital force for nourishing society and inspiring minds.

Other guests who visited included Professor Cai Xin, a professor at Beijing Film Academy and a renowned film art director; photographer Zhang Dongchu; Tian Jun, chief director of the CCTV Drama Channel; Fan Xiaoman, founder of Huiyu Global Family Think Tank; Zhang Yixi, art collection consultant for Huiyu Family; and Shi Huici, a standing director of the EU-China Committee and founder of Dehui Academy.

This meeting laid a solid foundation for deeper cooperation in the future. Chang'an International Club will also take this opportunity to further improve its cultural and artistic service system and create a richer and more colorful artistic life for its members.