SAN DIEGO, CALIF.- Henki Art presents Ebbs and Flows: The Art of Adaptation in Times of Impermanence, an online exhibition that showcases the transformative nature of water, not just as an element but as a force that mirrors resilience. Launching May 1, 2025, the exhibition brings together contemporary artists whose works embody these qualities, exploring themes of impermanence, change, and renewal through diverse media.


Ola W. Tappert, Storm, 2024. Mixed Media Dimensions: 120 cm x 100 cm.

Curated by Sissy Alcantara, Ebbs and Flows examines water as a symbol of adaptability and resilience in times of rapid environmental and social change. Through immersive compositions, rich textures, and abstract interpretations, the exhibition highlights how contemporary artists capture water’s fluidity, transformative power, and interconnectedness, inviting audiences to reflect on stability amid uncertainty and impermanence.

From the textured surfaces of Ola W. Tappert’s abstract mixed-media works, capturing quiet yet powerful shifts along Sweden’s coastline, to Ivan Alagakov’s introspective paintings balancing realism and surreal metaphor, each artist uniquely reflects water’s subtle power. Meanwhile, Kang Ruan’s energetic brushwork and vibrant palette blend Eastern traditions with Western abstraction, vividly exploring water as a symbol of resilience, renewal, and interconnectedness through dynamic forms and culturally layered narratives.


Ivan Alagakov, Evening (Blue Mist)", 2022. Oil on hardboard, 40 x 21 cm.


Ivan Alagakov is a Russian artist whose paintings and graphic works explore the relationship between inner perception and external reality. Combining elements of surrealism and conceptualism, Ivan uses ink, oil, and tempera to create metaphorical compositions that invite contemplation. A graduate of Saint Petersburg State University of Culture and Arts, Ivan has exhibited internationally, including at the "35x35 Russian Art Project" in Athens, and has collections in the CFAM Museum in Athens.


Ola W. Tappert, Örum, 2025. Mixed Media, 120 cm x 100 cm.

Ola W. Tappert is a Swedish artist whose abstract mixed media works capture the landscapes of Österlen. Using earthy tones and layered textures, Ola explores the interplay of stillness and movement in nature, evoking a sense of calm and transition. His work has been featured in Residence Magazine and exhibited at Konstrundan, Österlen.


Kang Ruan, Red-billed Blue Magpie, 2023. Oil on canvas, 100 × 180 cm.


Kang Ruan is a Chinese artist based in Chengdu who blends traditional Chinese artistic philosophies with Western influences like Impressionism and Abstract Expressionism.

His oil paintings explore themes of nature, transformation, and human connection. A graduate of Neijiang Normal University, his work has earned awards such as the Bronze Award at the 2023 Hong Kong Contemporary Art Awards and has been featured in Yanhuang Geographic Magazine.

Henki Art is a gallery dedicated to exploring the diverse expressions of water, highlighting its profound beauty and depth through art. Committed to providing an atmosphere of serenity and inspiration, Henki Art provides audiences with a thoughtful space for artistic discovery. Through carefully curated exhibitions, the gallery connects global audiences with artworks that celebrate water’s beauty, symbolism, and transformative power.