Marilyn is a consummate artist in three different disciplines.

1. As an innovative and exciting Chinese Brush Painter. She has developed her own inimitable style. The phenomena of the natural world is reproduced subtly, with effortless effort, and intuitive improvisation, the brush describing and creating in one swift flowing spontaneous movement, entrancing the beholder.

2. As an award winning musician, multi-instrumentalist (piano, flute, gu zheng/chinese harp, accordion), vocalist, and composer. She has released two highly acclaimed musical C.D.’s in the past 5 years.

3. Since 1970, Marilyn has been a practitioner of the Ancient Healing Arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, and as Director of Tilopa Tai Chi Center has taught extensively since 1977. She has been hosted by numerous colleges and organizations throughout the United States

As a young child drawing was a focused part of each evening. At age 18 an exhibition of Asian Art gave her direction. She was taught in Classical techniques of Chinese Brush Painting, whereby the brush becomes an extension of the whole being. Her brush movement stems from the deep well-spring root received by 30 years of T’ai Chi Ch’uan and meditation practices. No sketches or preliminary drawing is done on the painting threshold - the artist prepares oneself, then allows the nature or spirit of the subject to spring forth. The essence of the delicate brush and paper does not allow one to modify, or adjust the stroke without spoiling the effect of the whole picture. As expressed in the Manual, The Way of Chinese Brush Painting by Mai-mai Sze “each brushstroke should be a living idea. Brushwork is thus the direct expression of the mind in action. Its function is to make visible the invisible. The power to do this is often referred to as pi li (brush strength), a term embracing skill and dexterity and , of equal if not greater importance, the mental and spiritual motivation.” In order to manifest a rhythm of balance and harmony, it is necessary to cultivate “stilling the heart” - a state of inner quietness that relates to the silence of the Tao and its processes.

A Brief Biography:
1975: Art Instructor, Genesee Community College, N.Y.
1977: Collenwalde Fine Art Center, Atlanta, GA.
1981: Formal study of Chinese Brush Painting
The Four Gentlemen
1983 - Present: Member of Edina Art Center, MN.
1992: Studied Calligraphy: Professor Wang Dongling
Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts
1992: Hosted Calligraphy Workshop Wang Dongling
1993: Exhibition, Hang Zhou, China
1995: Dragon Exhibition, MN.
1996: Edina Art Center, MN.
1997: Tilopa Tai Chi Qigong Center, Mpls., MN.
1998: Dayton-Hudson Foundation, Fashbash Show/ Serenity, MN.
1999: Dayton-Hudson Foundation, Fengshui Homeshow, MN.
1999: Member Ming Chiao Chapter Asian Brush Painting Assoc.
1999: Studied Brush Painting: Peter Mo Woo
2000: Seaside Gallery, Wailea Maui, Hawaii
2000: Pacific Gallery, Front Street, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
2000: Shelton Historic Theatre Gallery, Redwing, MN.
2000: Seaside Gallery, Wailea Maui, Hawaii
2000: Pacific Gallery, Lahaina Maui, Hawaii
2001: Blakes Resort Art Sales, Wailea Maui, Hawaii

Private Collectors: United States, China, India, Canada,
South America, Australia

Peter Mo Woo a preeminent Chinese brush painter from Canton, China, now in residence in San Francisco, is a master artist of the highest order in traditional Chinese painting techniques.

In this collection of paintings, nature is the theme. His work evokes intense images of mist filled space, a moment of time captured and reawakens our memories, of quiet reflections amidst the business of our lives. It is not an escape but a drawing of one into the spell of the infinite revealing itself in the finite.

The authentic nature of Mr. Woo’s work reminds one that art for art’s sake is alive and flourishing. His concepts and brushwork, provide a unique essence, something that implies a true greatness.

Peter Mo Woo is regarded as a master painter of cloud and mist. In 1999 he won an International Award in Hong Kong, China competition for his work in landscapes. Mr. Woo trained in the southern Ling Nan Style, which is noted for its colorful approach .
Peter Mo Woo’s paintings have been shown in many one-man and group exhibitions in China, Japan, Taiwan , Mexico, Canada and the United States, receiving many awards. Two of his paintings were purchased by the governor of Baja of California, Mexico. His works can be found in both private and corporate collections.

Chronological Notes

1942: Born in Hoi Ping, Canton, China
1976: Attended painting classes at the East Wind Art Studio in San Francisco and studied with Lui Sang Wong.
1980: One man exhibition at the Asia Foundation in San Francisco, California
1981: Alta Bates-Herrick Community Art Gallery, Berkeley, California
1982: John Muir Memorial Community Art Gallery, Walnut Creek, California
1983: American Savings & Loan Art Gallery, Oakland, California
Oakland Art Association Art Gallery, Oakland California
1984: Society of Western Artist Annual Exhibition at de Young Memorial Museum (Honorable Mention Award)
1985: Kaiser Center Art Gallery, Oakland, California
Stanford University, Palo Alto, California
1986: Pacific Art Gallery, Monterey, California
Became President of Oriental Art Association
1987: The International Public Collection Asia Modern Art Exhibition, Japan
1988: Kaiser Center Art Gallery, Oakland, California
1989: The International Public Collection Asia Modern Art Exhibition, Japan
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, Taipei, Taiwan
1990: From East to West Exhibition, Santa Cruz Art League (1st Award)
1991: The International Public Collection Asia Modern Art Exhibition, Japan
Taught Chinese painting at Fremont Unified School District
1992: Stylers Art Gallery, San Francisco, California
1993: Alta Bates-Herrick Community Art Gallery, Berkeley, California John Muir Memorial Community Art Gallery, Walnut Creek, California
1994: Chinese Art Gallery, San Leandro, California
1995: Stylers Art Gallery, Oakland, California
1996: Kaiser Center Art Gallery, Oakland, California
1997: John Muir Memorial Community Art Gallery, Walnut Creek, California
Taught Chinese painting at Goldman Institute
1998: The World Chinese Calligraphy & Painting Exhibition in the National Art Gallery of China, Beijing]
Grand Canyon Collection by TCL Corp.
Stylers Art Gallery, San Francisco, California
Publication of his painting in color
Taught Chinese painting at the Jade Channel (TVB)
Art Class Program, San Francisco, California
1999: Stylers Art Gallery, San Francisco, California
2000: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
2001: The Pegasus Gallery, Jacksonville, Oregon
Chinese Art Gallery, San Leandro, California

2003: Mr Mo Woo passed away.