Taishin Bank Foundation for Arts and Culture Introduction
A stable and vibrant cultural society filled with creativity is undoubtedly the best condition for businesses to maintain continuity and progress. In light of this, Mr. Wu Dong-liang, the leader of Taishin Group, established the "Taishin Bank Cultural and Arts Foundation" in May 2001, with the founding purpose of "enhancing the quality of cultural life and fostering a healthy environment for artistic development." The foundation is dedicated to embodying the spirit of "sowing, nurturing, and sharing," implementing social responsibility and cultural missions of private enterprises. The foundation positions itself as a support and sponsorship organization for professional arts and cultural activities, looking forward to the diverse and rapidly developing social trends of the 21st century, where globalization and localization progress in parallel. It has determined to prioritize the promotion of contemporary art and culture in Taiwan, focusing on observing, commenting on, and supporting local art. In addition to helping Taiwan's contemporary art shine as a beacon of global creative culture, it hopes to infuse more creative vitality and imaginative sensibility into people's lives through the promotion of art. Established in 2002, the "Taishin Art Award" serves as the foundation's main business focus, encompassing visual, performing, and interdisciplinary art activities. Its proactive nomination and interdisciplinary evaluation mechanism is a first in Taiwan. To balance the breadth, depth, and international visibility of this award, the nomination process includes the appointment of dedicated nominators, interaction and discussion of viewpoints, cross-domain dialogues, and the establishment of a dedicated online platform for public discussion (ARTalks). This invites internationally influential cultural figures to participate in the final selection. In the process of creating this domestic art crown, in addition to continually introducing innovative and outstanding artistic creations to the public, it hopes to respond to the notion that art itself is not measured by awards as standards or ultimate outcomes. The Taishin Art Award reflects Taiwan's multicultural diversity, allowing excellent works to resonate and vibrate together with society once again. The foundation aspires to serve as a competent bridge for communication and connection between artists and the public, as well as a messenger for enterprises giving back to society. (Source: Taishin Arts Foundation)
