Shi Qi: The Gray-haired Innovator Defying Artistic Conventions
Artist Shi Qi reviews his own works, embracing innovation and defying conventions despite his gray hair, showcasing his commitment to unconventional artistic expression.
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Pasang Revives the Ancient Eagle Flute Tradition in Xizang
Pasang, daughter of master craftsman Yugo, embarks on a journey to revive the ancient tradition of the eagle flute in Xizang’s Amdo region, facing challenges to preserve her cultural heritage.
A Post-90s ‘Flower Guardian’ Revives Bonsai Art in Suzhou
In Suzhou’s Humble Administrator’s Garden, a young bonsai artist nurtures tradition, cultivating rhododendron bonsai with passion and dedication.
Master Storyteller Tian Lianyuan Revives the Traditional Art of Pingshu
Master storyteller Tian Lianyuan has played a key role in reviving pingshu, captivating audiences with his vivid performances and bringing the traditional Chinese art of storytelling back into the spotlight.
Golden Camellias Thrive Under Huang Brothers’ Care in Fangchenggang
In Fangchenggang, Guangxi, the Huang brothers faithfully care for a forest of golden camellias, following their father’s legacy. Their dedication enriches both the flourishing flowers and their own lives.
Wangguo Festival Brings Vibrant Harvest Celebrations to Xizang’s Jiuhe Village
Jiuhe Village in Xizang comes alive as the annual Wangguo Festival begins, celebrating the harvest with traditional ceremonies and vibrant community activities.
Master Painter Wu Yueshi Advocates Classical Reading for Artistic Success
Renowned artist Wu Yueshi emphasizes the importance of reading classic works like “Notes to First Learning” for success in traditional Chinese painting.
An 18-Year-Old Leads Tradition at Xizang’s Wangguo Festival
Discover how 18-year-old Tsering Dondrup leads traditional rituals at the Wangguo Festival in Xizang, celebrating the harvest and cultural heritage.
Wu Yueshi: Capturing Momentum and Taste in Traditional Chinese Painting
Master artist Wu Yueshi delves into the essence of traditional Chinese painting, emphasizing “momentum” and “taste” as fundamental to capturing the art’s true spirit.
Defying Modern Trends: Artist Liu Wanming Upholds Traditional Chinese Painting
Chinese artist Liu Wanming defied modern art trends, dedicating himself to traditional Chinese painting. Despite criticism, he preserved ancient techniques, inspiring others to embrace cultural heritage.
Artist Liu Wanming Captures Rural Childhood Memories in Paintings
Artist Liu Wanming from north China's Hebei Province brings rural childhood memories to life in his paintings, infusing pigs, chickens, and tadpoles with spirituality and innocence.
Artist Liu Wanming Captures the Big Picture with Tiny Brush Strokes
Chinese artist Liu Wanming creates large-scale paintings using tiny brush strokes, achieving intricate detail while capturing the essence of the whole.
Liu Wanming: An Artistic Legacy Inspired by Motherly Love
Artist Liu Wanming credits his mother for inspiring his passion for painting, expressing his love and gratitude through his acclaimed depictions of monkeys and sheep that celebrate Chinese culture.
Feng Ying: Mastering Ballet’s Nuances with Age and Experience
Feng Ying, director of the National Ballet of China, shares how age and experience have deepened her portrayal in “Swan Lake”, emphasizing the importance of subtlety and emotion in ballet.
Sayram Lake’s Northern Whitefish: The Queen of China’s Freshwater Fisheries
Sayram Lake in Xinjiang emerges as an unlikely hub for fisheries, home to the exclusive northern whitefish—the ‘queen’ of China’s freshwater fish.
Feng Ying Reflects on Rigorous Ballet Standards: “I Wouldn’t Choose Myself”
Feng Ying, one of China’s most celebrated ballet dancers, reveals that her strict selection criteria for students today would have excluded her younger self.
Bountiful Bole: Xinjiang’s Grapes Fuel a Growing Wine Industry
Discover how Xinjiang’s Bole vineyard is transforming China’s wine industry, fueling economic growth, and attracting global interest.
Organic Angus Beef Farming Thrives in Xinjiang’s Bole Region
Bole in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region revitalizes agriculture with organic Angus beef farming.
Greek Teen Wins World Kickboxing Gold with Dock Worker Father as Coach
17-year-old Maria from Greece wins gold at the 2022 World Kickboxing Championships, coached by her dock worker father, Michael, whose dedication and employer’s support made their dream come true.
Global Turmoil Sparks Call for New Form of Human Civilization
Amid unprecedented global challenges, there is a growing call for a new form of human civilization to address geopolitical tensions, economic disparities, and environmental crises.