Keswick Film Festival

Synopsis

KFF @ Rheged
UK Premiere

This mesmerising documentary explores the intricate life of late conceptual artist Li Yuan-chia, tracing his journey from Second World War era China to Taiwan, 1950s Milan, Bologna and Swinging Sixties London, culminating in his 1971 establishment of the LYC Museum & Gallery in a house at Banks in rural Cumbria next to Hadrian's Wall.

The LYC exhibited artists such as Andy Goldsworthy and David Nash. Rosie Leventon, Rose Frain, Kate Nicholson and Bill Woodrow held solo shows there during the 1980s. It also encouraged the creative efforts of children, many of whom went on to successful careers in the arts. The musician Delia Derbyshire worked there as Li's assistant.

As an artist, poet and curator, Li incorporated installations, sculpture and photography into his art. The film captures his essence as a journeyman and artist.