"Angel the First" by Cui Xiuwen

Ever since artists began studying history, the use of landscape has loomed large in their work. Because it can say so many things, a landscape is often used as a metaphor for life experiences - a place to escape political pressures, for example, or somewhere to hide and recharge your batteries.

"Red" by Gao Shiqiang

Landscape Topology at the Magee Art Gallery, Beijing, is a thought-provoking exhibition in which the artists have reconstructed scenes through their use of heaven and earth, grass and trees, and clouds and water.

"Three Trees" by Tu Hongtao

On display are 13 sets of paintings, color-print photos and video installations by 10 artists, including Cui Xiuwen, Dong Wensheng, Gao Shiqiang and Jiang Zhi.