Review of previous years
2022 Hengshan Awards: Biennial Awards for Calligraphy Research and Criticism

2022

The Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts (hereinafter referred to as TMoFA) established the Hengshan Awards for Calligraphy Research and Criticism (hereinafter referred to as the "Hengshan Awards") to cultivate and discover talents in calligraphy research and critique. This initiative focuses on the study and commentary of contemporary calligraphy, exploring its local and international dimensions, tradition and innovation, and theoretical and practical aspects. The second call for submissions was held in 2022, running from September 15 to September 30, 2022.

The Hengshan Awards are divided into two categories: Research Papers and Art Criticism. Submissions must be original works written within the past three years that have not been officially published or received any awards or grants. Individuals may participate in both categories simultaneously. The awards are open to all participants, regardless of nationality, residence, or age, encouraging a diverse range of voices to contribute to the rich landscape of calligraphy research and critique. The Research Papers category offers a top prize of NT$150,000, with merit awards of NT$30,000. The Art Criticism category offers a top prize of NT$100,000, with merit awards of NT$20,000.Winners of the Hengshan Awards were selected through a two-stage evaluation process, with 6 outstanding articles emerging as winners. The award ceremony was held on the morning of July 1, 2023, at the Hengshan Calligraphy Art Center. Special guest Professor Kanno Chiaki from Japan's University of Tsukuba delivered a speech on behalf of the jury. The awards were presented by Chiu Cheng-sheng, Director of the Taoyuan City Department of Cultural Affairs, and the international jury.

A forum was also held on the same day, offering in-depth analysis and discussions of the award-winning Research Papers and Art Criticism works, exploring contemporary perspectives on calligraphy research and critique. The winning articles were included in a publication released for the occasion. To further encourage the spirit of calligraphy research, this year’s publication also featured selected outstanding submissions, providing a platform for showcasing and preserving research achievements.