Hidden histories meet modern marvels
2012-06-01 09:15:40
March 2011's trial opening after the National Museum of China's large-scale renovation and expansion captivated the public.
Squeezing Chinese culture out of a guitar
2012-06-01 09:04:12
Once a rock guitarist, Chen Zezhao surprises many with his new CD which presents a world of traditional Chinese aesthetics through guitar.
When iron is ink
2012-05-31 09:08:33
The high aesthetic value of iron pictures has attracted collectors for 300 years. But the unique art form of Wuhu, Anhui province, is losing its luster.
Fragrant Hills temple to be restored
2012-05-30 14:16:32
A restoration project for the Fragrant Hills' Yong'an Temple complex was launched on May 29.
Italians play in Beijing, Shanghai
2012-05-29 14:22:43
The recent live music scene in China is booming.
Landscape artists' brand new language
2012-05-28 17:29:47
Chinese landscape painting has evolved from being just pure expressions of shan shui.
Discovering the devout soul
2012-05-28 16:43:05
Sun Ziyu sees strong parallels between the principles guiding the Communist Party of China and Buddhism.
Nanjing University History Museum and Art and Archaeology Museum
2012-05-17 09:08:53
Nanjing University has an impressive gallery of art objects stashed away in its Art and Archaeology Museum.
Velvet bird of old Beijing
2012-05-16 10:17:59
The velvet bird is an ancient Chinese art form that originated in Beijing. Once a craft mastered by many, few people in China have the skills to create them. One of those people is Cai Zhiwei.
Kites festival dazzles Beijing
2012-05-16 09:59:31
We remember as children taking a dime-store kite to the park and running like mad. Well, things have changed. The average kite flier isn't a kid, and running isn't required.
Artist of the handmade fan
2012-05-15 15:00:29
Zhao Qiaofa never imagined traditional fans would bring the winds of change to his life.
Clowns' hip-hop ballet
2012-05-15 14:33:02
As part of the ongoing Croisements Festival, Metamorphoz Company introduced the modern dance Street Ballet, choreographed by award-winning French artist Mohamed Rouabah, in Beijing.