Spiritual quest
2014-07-09
Nearly blind, Buddhist master Hsing Yun continues to create calligraphy that inspires, reports Wang Qian.
Character of art
2013-12-13
A full set of calligraphy implements - writing brush, ink stone and rice paper - is placed neatly in Li Jianjun's luggage whenever sets out on his travels.
A rich palette
2013-12-20
A recent three-day solo exhibition of Chinese ink painting by Zhao Yanbin at the Shandong Art Gallery attracted enthusiasts to the artist's depictions of nature and rural life.
Rare opportunity to view classic masterpieces
2013-10-25
The exhibition in Shandong is showcasing works of world-famous artists including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali.
A family art
2014-02-26
Woodprint paintings are traditionally hung in homes around Spring Festival, but for the artists, creating the pictures is a yearlong activity and a lifetime of dedication. Wang Qian and Ju Chuanjiang report.
Arts industry thrives in painting city
2014-10-17
The Shandong city of Weifang is drawing on its rich cultural resources and strong arts scene to boost the development of its painting and calligraphy industry.
Stories carved in stone
2010-04-20
A collector of Han Dynasty bricks engraved with ancient scenes reconstructs a picture of the past.
Porcelain capital Dehua inspires artists at home and abroad
Sing from the city, sound of the valley