Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence

 

"Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence" is one of Dr. Chen Jinfang's representative art projects created for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and the 400th anniversary of the founding of New York City in 2026. Through his "Neo-Iconography" style, he integrates history, culture, politics, and natural landscapes to showcase the multifaceted American spirit—freedom, equality, innovation, inclusion, and hope. This series includes 29 paintings, covering historical events, landmark buildings, urban landscapes, and natural wonders, and reinterprets American cultural myths and democratic ideals with vibrant colors and symbolic language.

  • 1.The Dutch Landing at Manhattan
    This painting depicts the historic moment of the Dutch landing on Manhattan Island in 1625. Dutch ships are depicted anchored on the Manhattan coast, with crew […]
  • 2.Mayflower Pilgrims Landing at Pilymouth mass
    Dr. Chen Jinfang’s painting, created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, depicts the historical scene of the Puritans’ arrival at Plymouth. A small, dark-colored […]
  • 3. G. Washington Led the Troup acrossing Delawane River
    3. G. Washington Led the Troup acrossing Delawane River  (51.2″ × 61.4″) This painting vividly depicts the historic moment when George Washington led the American Revolutionary […]
  • 4. Liberty Bell Facing Independence Hall
    4. Liberty Bell Facing Independence Hall  （30″ × 40″）   This painting vividly depicts the iconic scene of the Liberty Bell standing in front of Independence […]
  • 5. Revolutionary Place in Boston
    5. Revolutionary Place in Boston (30″ × 40″）   This artwork by Dr. TF Chen commemorates the 250th anniversary of American Independence by depicting Boston’s Revolutionary […]
  • 6. USA Capital Hill Washington D.C.
    6. USA Capitol Hill Washington D.C. （51.2″ × 61″）   This painting vividly depicts the iconic Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., the capital of the United […]
  • 7. Mount Rushmore
    7. Mount Rushmore （53.1″ × 61.4″） This painting vividly depicts the four American presidential sculptures at the Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota. The colossal […]
  • 8. Lincoln Memorial （35.6″ × 45.4″ ）
    8. Lincoln Memorial (35.6″ × 45.4″ ）   To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, this painting portrays the Lincoln Memorial, highlighting the solemn presence […]
  • 9. John F. Kennedy Jr. salutes the casket of his father, the late President John F. Kennedy.
      9. John F. Kennedy Jr. salutes the casket of his father, the late President John F. Kennedy. （30″ × 40″）   Using a starkly contrastive composition, […]
  • 10. “Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, 1963″
    10. “Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, 1963″（40″ × 30″）   This painting by Dr. TF Chen captures the historic moment of Dr. […]
  • 11. Smithsonian Institution D.C.
    11. Smithsonian Institution D.C.（36″ × 48″） This painting by Dr. TF Chen depicts the renowned Smithsonian Institution Building, also known as “The Castle.” The artwork presents […]
  • 12. National Cathedral DC
    12. National Cathedral DC (30″ × 24″）   This painting by Dr. TF Chen portrays the Washington National Cathedral in bold, expressive strokes. The Gothic twin […]
  • 13. wall street Financial District
      13. Wall Street Financial District （36″ × 48″）   Dr. T.F. Chen’s vibrant portrayal of Wall Street transforms the financial epicenter into a mythic stage […]
  • Niagara Falls
    14. Niagara Falls （30″ × 40″）   This artwork depicts the grandeur of Niagara Falls in a vivid palette. The cascading waters pour down in rainbow […]
  • 15. Big Buildings along Chicago River
    15.Big Buildings along Chicago River（36″ × 47.8″）   This vibrant painting captures the dynamic skyline along the Chicago River, where towering buildings rise in bold hues […]
  • 16. San Diego LA
    16. San Diego LA （36″ × 48″）   This painting by Dr. TF Chen depicts the San Diego city skyline. Deep blue waters in the foreground, […]
  • 17. Welcome to Disneyland
    17. Welcome to Disneyland (36″ × 48″）   This painting vibrantly captures a classic Disneyland scene. The fairytale castle stands prominently in the center, its pink […]
  • 18. Hollywood
    18. Hollywood (36 × 48”)   Set against the iconic backdrop of Hollywood, this vibrant painting celebrates America’s cultural mythology through the lens of cinema and […]
  • 19. San Francisco Skyline with Oakland Bay Bridge
    19.舊金山天際線與奧克蘭灣大橋 （36″ × 48″）   This painting showcases one of the most iconic urban vistas of the American West—the San Francisco skyline with the Oakland Bay […]
  • 20. Yellowstone National Park
    20. Yellowstone National Park (48″ × 36″）   Dr. TF Chen’s painting for the 250th anniversary of American Independence captures the vibrant landscape of Yellowstone National […]
  • 21. Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
    21. Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah （36″ × 48″）   This painting captures the breathtaking landscape of Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah, renowned for its […]
  • 22. Two sisters at home District
    22. Two sisters at home District （30″ × 40″）   Dr. T.F. Chen’s artwork employs vibrant colors and symbolic compositions to manifest the harmonious convergence of […]
  • 23.Glittering Strip of Las Vegas
    23. Glittering Strip of Las Vegas (56″X 78″)   Through a vivid palette and bold brushstrokes, this artwork captures the bustling energy of the Las Vegas […]
  • 24. Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert near Las Vegas
    24. 7 colored Big stones instollated at Mojave Desert Near Las Vegas (36″ × 48″）   This vibrant painting captures the striking installation of seven brightly […]
  • 25. City of phoenix skyline with cactus Arizona
    25. City of Phoenix skyline with cactus, Arizona (36″ × 46″）   This artwork depicts the Phoenix skyline interwoven with the Arizona desert landscape. In the […]
  • 26.Historic Charleston Skyline under a Rainbow, South Carolina
      26. Historic Charleston Skyline under a Rainbow, South Carolina ( 31.4 x 39.4”)   This artwork captures the historic skyline of Charleston, centering on a […]
  • 27.Lower Manhattan at night
    27.Lower Manhattan at night(36 × 48”)   This painting by Dr. TF Chen depicts the Lower Manhattan cityscape at night. The artwork uses a deep black […]
  • 28.American Moon Landing, July 10, 1969
    28. American Moon Landing, July 10, 1969（36″ × 48″）   This artwork by Dr. TF Chen, created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American Independence, is […]
  • 29. Mar-a-Lago: Icon of Power & Paradise
      29. Mar-a-Lago: Icon of Power & Paradise (31.5″ x 39.4″)    This artwork depicts Mar-a-Lago, where boats and figures on blue waters symbolize the harmony […]