Chinese Culture
Feng Shui: Ancient Chinese Art – Origins, Cultu...
From a professional perspective, we introduce what Feng Shui is, how to use it, its principles and techniques, and the relationship between Yin and Yang.
Who is Sha Wujing? What role does he play in Jo...
Sha Wujing, also known as Sha Monk or Sha Seng, is a character in the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.
Who is Sun Wukong? Sun Wukong's influence in China
Sun Wukong is a character in Journey to the West, one of Wu Cheng'en's four great masterpieces. His prototype is a monkey: "Sun Wukong was born from a magical stone...
Zhong Kui, The Deity Who Exorcises Evil and Dis...
Zhong Kui is a deity in Chinese mythology and folklore who exorcises ghosts and evil spirits. Legend has it that he lived in Mount Zhongnan in the early Tang Dynasty....
Home Decor
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New Chinese Style Freehand Hanging Painting
Xieyi, also known as freehand brushwork, is an exquisite freehand painting that is never just a simple decoration. Instead, xieyi hides the beauty of nature, auspicious meaning, and joy of...
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Cat Breeds, Colors, and Beautiful Paintings for...
Cats are one of the most popular pets around the world, and their different breeds and colorful coats make them even more lovable. Whether you love fluffy British Shorthair cats,...
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Cat Color Matching: Translate Fur Colors into P...
"If you can't afford a sofa that matches your orange cat, hang one on the wall." A single cat painting takes up just a small space. It can change the...
Art History
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Ukiyo-e: Art of Japan's Edo Period
Ukiyo-e refers to paintings depicting a constantly changing, floating world, which originated in Japan during the Edo period. Ukiyo-e was a genre painting popular in Japan from the 17th to...
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Georges Braque: The Art Revolutionary Who Co-Fo...
Georges Braque (1882—1963), a French artist, lighted the spark of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso with his calm and rigorous spirit of exploration. His technical innovations in painting, sculpture, and other...
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Georges Seurat | A Sunday Afternoon on the Isla...
Georges-Pierre Seurat (Georges Seurat; December 2, 1859 – March 29, 1891). He was a famous painter who helped start two art styles: Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism.
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Understanding Post-Impressionism in 4 Minutes
Origin Post-Impressionism, also known as "after Impressionism" or simply "Post Impressionism," is a significant artistic phenomenon in French art history that emerged after Impressionism. This movement’s main idea is that...