Exhibitions

Exhibitions & Projects

2019

• Book of Thrill Exhibition – No Vacancy Gallery, Melbourne, Australia

A solo show by Jian Tan inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat, exploring themes of identity and creative expression, with supporting artists contributing to the homage.

• Fire-Relief Group Exhibition – The Space, Melbourne, Australia

A charity exhibition supporting communities affected by bushfires, featuring diverse artists contributing to relief efforts.

2020

• Metamorph – Group Exhibition, No Vacancy Gallery, Melbourne, Australia

A digital exhibition reflecting the collective experiences and transformations during the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing experimental and adaptive artistic responses.

2021

• Artist Residency – Nowa The Label, Adelaide

Offered a residency to create a large-scale mural covering the staircase leading to the exhibition space, alongside displaying six original pieces in the gallery.

2022

• Open in a Form – Group Exhibition, InStudio Gallery, South Australia

Organised by Steelo Flow, a collective of mixed-media influencers from Adelaide and Melbourne, this exhibition combined live panel discussions, spoken poetry, visual art, and live painting by Jian Tan. The interdisciplinary approach inspired Jian’s subsequent work in Silent Stories.

• Silent Stories – Visual Art Exhibition, InStudio Gallery, South Australia

A mixed-media exhibition combining digital illustrations and creatively directed photoshoots, produced in collaboration with photographer Leon Tran, exploring personal and communal narratives.

2023

• SANAA Exhibition – Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, University of South Australia

A multidisciplinary festival and exhibition celebrating contemporary art and culture.

Brands & Collaborators

Converse X - 2021-2023

  • A creative community initiative by Converse supporting emerging artists.

  • Painted on Converse shoes using ink made from carbon waste; featured in a website launch about the Pacific Garbage Patch.

  • Volunteered to create community murals as part of local engagement projects.

  • Commissioned during COVID lockdown to produce a self-portrait exploring identity and isolation.

  • Collaborations emphasized sustainability, storytelling, and community connection.

The Art People Gallery - Malaysia & Hong Kong 2021-2022

  • Invited to create a collection of original works for the Affordable Art Fair online platform.

  • Participated in several collection releases featuring emerging and established artists.

  • Collaborated on projects showcasing diverse artistic voices.

Nowa The Label - Artist Residency SA 2020-2021

  • Executed large-scale murals on the storefront, staircase, and hallway leading to the boutique.

  • Produced original artworks exhibited in the gallery space.

  • Developed promotional visual content to support marketing and communications.

  • Residency fostered interdisciplinary collaboration between visual arts and fashion.