Zhang Peili: The Architect of Chinese Video Art Zhang Peili (born 1957) stands as a monumental figure in the history of contemporary Chinese art, rightfully recognized as the “father of video art” within the nation. His artistic journey began in Hangzhou, China, where he honed his skills at Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts before graduating with honors in oil painting in 1984. This formative period instilled in him a foundational underst…