by Richard Sanders Guizhou, a province in southwestern China, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural diversity. Home to several minority tribes, including the Miao, Dong, and Buyi, Guizhou boasts a vibrant tradition of cloth dyeing that is both an art form and a cultural expression. This article explores the techniques, significance, and…
by Jake Sanders, Editor Jewish businessman -David Sassoon, a name often shrouded in controversy, played a pivotal role in the opium trade during the 19th century. Born in Baghdad in 1792, Sassoon emerged as a prominent figure in the economic landscape of British India, leveraging his connections and business acumen to engage in the lucrative…
Artist: BONG ANTSAcrylic and lacquer on88cm x 50cm canvas The Silk Road was an ancient network of trade routes that connected the East and West, spanningfrom China to the Mediterranean. Along the Silk Road, people from diverse cultures and ethnicities interacted, traded goods, shared ideas, and formed connections. This facilitated the development of intercultural and…
By Uwe Schall, Yatao Zhang and Bong Ants Materials: Crushed soda cans, iron rods, cement, chicken wire The Lost Dolphin is the 8th sculpture created by Uwe Schall (Germany), Yatao Zhang (China) and Bong Ants (Philippines) since 2020. The framework of the sculpture is made of iron rods on cement foundation. This is wrapped with chicken…
By Bong Ants & Allan Vibar Size: 222cm x 111cmMaterial: Acrylic pouring, lacquer spray, Yibo Craft metal sculpture and Yama Ribbons This artwork is inspired the story of the Dragon (replaced with a turtle) and the Phoenix (replaced with a dolphin) encounter a Pearl (replaced by a metal clock) that is floating in the air….
On December 16, 2024, an international folk art exchange event that advocates global young artists to break boundaries, takes “new art by new artists” as its concept, and is dominated by multiple perspectives and cross-border awareness, will be launched in Xiamen, China. The event promotes the cross-border, integration, avant-garde and progressive practice orientation of art…
The ASEAN Cultural and Art Creation Season (Fifth Season) International Exhibition “Connecting the Silk Road·Impression of Overseas Chinese Hometown” recently opened in Xiamen, Fujian. The Asian Arts Association (Macau) was invited to co-organize the exhibition. The exhibition is directed by the International Liaison Department of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and is…
The “Dream of Ocean ·Sunrise on the Sea” International Contemporary Art Exhibition is organized around the core themes of the East Asian Sea Project (PEMSEA) and the 2024 Xiamen World Ocean Week (WOW), exploring the profound relationship between humanity and the ocean. This exhibition places a particular focus on the critical role of coastal ecological…
by Jake Sanders, Editor Pingxiang, a city in Jiangxi Province, China, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and unique traditions. Among these, the Nuo mask exorcism stands out as a captivating ritual that combines artistry, spirituality, and community engagement. This ancient practice, rooted in local folklore, serves as a powerful means of warding off…
by Jake Sanders, Editor Chinese tea culture is a profound and intricate tradition that spans thousands of years, intertwining with the country’s history, philosophy, and social practices. Tea is not merely a beverage in China; it is a symbol of hospitality, a catalyst for social interaction, and an art form in itself. This article delves…