Tongali, a name that rose to prominence in the world of Chinese mainland photography, pushed Chinese mainland photography publishing to the forefront. Her story is a story of courage, determination and art, an artist's journey in pursuit of self-expression and exploration.
Tongali's stage career
Tongali's artistic journey originated in the dance classes of the art school. That young and energetic girl, with big bright eyes, seems destined to shine on the art stage. Thanks to the support of her family and her own efforts, Tongali got the opportunity to participate in the TV series "Seven Fairies of Joy" and played one of the roles.
In this drama, the sister Chang'e she played made her famous in one fell swoop, and the audience couldn't put it down, and she also embarked on the road of the entertainment industry. Tongali isn't content with being just an actress. Her inner desire for deeper artistic expression led her to meet photographer Zhang Xulong and embark on her own artistic exploration.
Tangali's encounter with photographer Zhang Xulong
Tongali's encounter with photographer Zhang Xulong was no accident. She appeared in front of Zhang Xulong's lens for the first time and felt the photographer's focus and enthusiasm, as if every shutter click was capturing the unique beauty of her body. Although at first, Tongali was somewhat resistant to the "body art" advocated by Zhang Xulong, the photographer's patience and sincerity gradually moved her. Through the introduction of a foreign body art photography collection, she began to understand the uniqueness of this art form.
Under Zhang Xulong's guidance, Tongali was first introduced to body portraits, a bold art form that expanded her horizons, although she felt uncomfortable at first. Zhang Xulong firmly believes that this is a blank space in the Chinese photography world, and this decision will bring fame and wealth.
Tangali's heart rippled, and she began to re-examine body art, understand its artistic value, and realize that the beauty in it is not only a celebration of body lines, but also an interpretation of life, beauty and freedom. She decided to take on the challenge and integrate her body into this artistic exploration.
The conflict between art and family
However, Tongari's brave choice was not fully understood and supported by the family. Her parents, especially her father, were traditional officials and were shocked and puzzled by Tongali's artistic direction. They find it difficult to accept their daughter's bold choice, which they see as a corruption of family customs. Tongali's husband also began to feel uneasy and ashamed, embarrassing him by the contrast between his wife's once innocent image and today's bold artistic image. The husband's disgust and dissatisfaction continued to accumulate, which eventually led to their divorce. This decision deeply pained Tongali, but she stuck to her artistic path and did not give up.
From nude portraits to a new life
Tongari's nude portraits faded from view, but she didn't stop moving. She invests her income in aesthetic medical institutions and gymnastics training classes, maintaining a relatively stable life.
Although she repaired her relationship with her parents again, the gaze of society made it difficult for her to return to her original life. Tongari's artistic journey is a process of finding herself and exploring art, and despite the conflicts she faced with family and marriage, she never stopped moving forward, staying true to her beliefs and continuing to explore the possibilities of art.
Tongari's story is an artist's journey to brave challenges and stand up for their beliefs. Her choice, while controversial, has also made her a figure who has left a mark on the Chinese art world, a pioneer in the courageous pursuit of free expression. Whether her name is remembered or not, her story will always inspire those who pursue art and self-expression.