8 must-see places for art lovers in Beijing(3)

A visitor is appreciating paintings exhibited in Songzhuang art colony.[Photo/China News Service]

Songzhuang art colony 

Located in Tongzhou district, Songzhuang art colony is one of the most famous artist communities in Beijing. More than 1,000 artists live there. Originally representing the avant-garde, the area now accommodates artists who paint in varying styles, ranging from the avant-garde to the academic. Sculptors and photographers also consider the area home.