What they say

Fuzhou has played an important role in developing the art of lacquer, part of Chinese culture. Efforts made by old lacquer artists to support innovation and education established a solid foundation for lacquer art in Fujian.

Fan Di'an, president of the Central Academy of Fine Arts

I care more about where those art pieces will go after the Fuzhou International Lacquer Art Biennial. The exhibition has to be a marketing platform for artists. At this event, I can see development opportunities for lacquer art in China.

Cheng Xiangjun, a professor from Academy of Art and Design, Tsinghua University

China, especially Fuzhou, has a very long history of developing lacquer art. This event has attracted many experts and excellent artists from countries including Japan and Vietnam. It enables me to explore development trends in China and other countries.

Chung Hae-Cho, a honorary professor of Pai-Chai University of South Korea

The event integrates lacquer products from different countries and regions under one roof. We have to consider our roles in supporting the development of traditional art in modern society.

Gan Erke, a national master of art and crafts

Fuzhou lacquerware craftsmen in ancient China were also keen on learning from other experts to improve their skills. It is important for us to inherit lacquerware development traditions to support the development of the industry.

Li Yumin, head of the College of Fine Art at Fujian Normal University

(China Daily 07/19/2016 page24)