Chinese rock star fuses visual and audible art

According to You Yang, curator of Ding's exhibition, the musician has used oil, acrylic and mortar powder to portray different emotions. Also, instead of realistic painting, which he was trained in, all seven works are abstract in nature.

Ding says that the new project is spurred by his experience of being a father to a 7-year-old girl.

"In the past, I stayed up all night, playing guitar, painting or hanging out with friends. But after I became a father, my life is quite routine and healthy. I go to bed early and get up every morning to take my daughter to school," says Ding, who adds that he has also quit drinking and smoking. "She also loves painting. We paint together and she always brings me inspiration. I feel happy that I can record my life with the two great art forms, painting and music. I express my feelings through my brush and guitar."