The Chinese term, cuzhi daye, literally meaning thick stems and broad leaves, can also imply carelessness and boorishness. In his 1980 painting, Lotus of Thick Stems and Big Leaves, late ink master Liu Haisu applied bold strokes and smudged color, seemingly in a crude manner, to depict a lotus pool view with vigor and poetic resonance.
Exhibition unites artists and scientists, showcasing works where technology and art converge to spark creativity, Li Yingxue reports.
On our way to a private Miao ethnic museum, we stumble upon a local fair in Shanjiang town, Fenghuang county in Hunan province. This traditional fair takes place on dates that include a three or an eight on the lunar calendar.
Spectacular scenery gives people resilience, charm and rich culture, Yang Yang and He Chun report in Xiangxi, Hunan.
The contemporary horror franchise, that began in 2000, released its latest installment, Final Destination: Bloodlines, on Friday, marking the first time for its general release across Chinese mainland theaters in 25 years. It was the weekend box-office champion among foreign titles.
Their efforts helped defeat Japanese aggression and maintain spirit of unity with those on the home front, Wang Ru reports.
Amid rising global tensions and fragmented historical narratives, Chinese scholars are pushing for a more balanced understanding of World War II — one that highlights China's immense sacrifices and contributions.
The exhibition My Friend: Bernhard Arp Sindberg opened on Thursday at the China Cultural Center in Copenhagen, Denmark, with more than 100 representatives from China and Denmark attending the opening ceremony.
Fashion designer and artist shows how climate change inspires her creations, hoping others will become more eco-friendly and follow suit, Cheng Yuezhu reports.
High above the ancient rammed-earth walls of Heyang Fortress in Shanyin county, Shuozhou, Shanxi province, a drone hovers, its high-resolution camera and infrared sensors scanning the terrain below. On the ground, Zheng Yuan, 35, monitors the live feed on his tablet.
Human grit and new tech prevent theft and help maintain culturally important structures and items, report Wang Qian and Zhu Xingxin in Taiyuan.