What Is ItWest Bund Museum recently opened a two-person exhibition pairing American fiber artist Sheila Hicks with Chinese artist Shi Hui. Both work with textiles and everyday materials, but the results feel very different.Sheila Hicks' section leans big and colorful. Her work spans nearly seventy years, from small woven studies to large installations that spill across walls and floors. There's a lot of volume, texture, and saturated color — pieces that you notice immediately when you walk into the room.Shi Hui's work, by contrast, is quieter and more restrained. She uses materials like rice paper, cotton, bamboo, and linen to build layered, almost architectural environments. The pace here is slower — less about spectacle, more about material and subtle shifts in light and texture.
Who Is It ForIf you like installation-heavy shows or material-driven work, this one's worth a look. There's a decent range of scale — small pieces you lean in to see, and large woven forms that dominate entire rooms.It'll also appeal to anyone interested in textiles, craft, or fiber art, but you don't really need background knowledge to enjoy it. Hicks' work is visually bold and immediately engaging, while Shi Hui's offers a quieter counterpoint. The contrast between the two makes it easy to move through without feeling overwhelmed.
How to Buy TicketsTickets are 120rmb per person. Available through the museum's official channels or at the door.
