Record of Famous Contemporary Woodblock Artists in China. Xu Longbao

Author: Gong Yunbiao
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book may not be able to present a complete picture of the creative landscape in contemporary Chinese printmaking, but it can offer a perspective, showcasing from one angle the different reflections of contemporary Chinese printmakers as they stand at a new era and historical height. Every accomplished contemporary Chinese printmaker must base their creations on profound reflections of the significant changes in global cultural development and the broader cultural context of contemporary China. As a medium, printmaking can serve as a materialized expression and presentation of such reflections. In their works, we can easily observe their creative passion and expressiveness, an unwavering spirit of exploration. However, what is more important is that whether it is the innovation of printmaking language, the personalization of artistic paradigms, the enhancement of self-transcendence capabilities, or the humanistic concern for contemporary aesthetics, their essence remains the profound depth and contemporaneity of these reflections.