About UsThe civilizations of the world’s diverse peoples have been passed down through generations, with culture and art making profound contributions, each reaching extraordinary heights. Driven by an inner spirit, rational thought and emotional sensibility exist independently yet harmoniously, enhancing one another. While no one can choose their birthplace, every individual has the right and obligation to contribute to the development of human civilization. Our core team members hail from the East.
Chinese civilization, a cornerstone of world civilization, serves as both the foundation and source of our lives, merging with the universal values of globalization. Eastern civilizations, including those of China, Japan, and Korea, have made remarkable efforts to enrich the diversity of global culture. This diversity, in turn, propels human civilization toward an even more brilliant and flourishing future.
Thanks to geographical proximity and a shared journey of learning and personal connection, I, Rick Farrell—an advocate for independent thought—have known and collaborated with the renowned artist and cultural figure Dairan Duan for more than two decades. Through him, I was introduced to his mentor, the steadfast and visionary Professor Lin Yipeng, whom I hold in the highest regard as both a teacher and a friend. This long-standing relationship has bound me deeply and inseparably to culture, art, and the community of artists
Reflecting on the PastSince 2011, guided by shared values, we often gathered for discussions and collaborations around art, which gradually inspired the idea of forming a unified creative team. In March 2014, in Nanjing, we established platforms including the Dingdu Culture and Art Gallery. Our initial intention was simple and practical: to enrich and support our own lives. Driven by a commitment to liberal values and fair market competition, we moved to Australia in December 2018, envisioning a broader international horizon. By October 2021, when the conditions were right, the TIDO ART platform was officially founded in Melbourne
Looking A head
We are unwavering in our commitment to walk an independent path in life, making art accessible to everyone. Our mission remains unchanged: to let art illuminate life and elevate living into an art form. Like-minded friends have weathered storms together, and every member of our team is deeply engaged in the creation of this new endeavor.
Art is the aesthetic expression of life. Culture is the blossom of existence, and life is elevated through art. Our existence is imbued with thought, spirit, and emotion, dwelling between heaven and earth. Dingdu’s original aspiration endures: to begin with sincerity and effort, and to culminate in self-fulfillment and uplifting others.
Let us join hands and, through our love for art, sincerely cherish every vibrant and beautiful life, including our own. Such lives brim with vitality, and such societies are full of hope!
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