ChangMu festival showcases contemporary within tradition
This year, in its 29th edition, a total of 22 works by Korean and choreographers from China, Japan and Vietnam will take the stage for nine days, under the theme of "The Light in…
Arts
City of crafts: The art of rice dough figurines
To he master artisans can make almost anything from rice dough: from artistic portraits to the twelve zodiac animals and traditional figurines from legends, as well as cartoons.
Hong Kong ceramicist breathes life into floral sculptures
"As a lover of flowers, I am on a quest to employ modern techniques in recreating the everlasting beauty of flowers with clay," said ceramicist Leo Wong.
New life breathed into entrance at Angkor as ancient stairs restored
Archaeologist Phin Vicheasachara said the project's main objective is to fortify the stairs at the eastern entrance, which have weakened due to the deteriorating condition of the…
Meet Hong Kong’s master birdcage maker
The 81-year-old craftsman began his apprenticeship at the young age of 13 under the guidance of his uncle, a renowned birdcage maker.
China’s youths find freedom in customised scooters
For some young people in China, scooters are not only a mode of transport, but also a fashion statement to express their personality.
Ordinary becomes extraordinary in Khmer artisan’s hands
Kim Chan, a skilled artisan of 40, embarked on his journey into this unique art form back in 2000.
Environmental artist’ breathes life into creations with eco message
These sculptures are not just a statement of art but also of advocacy, reducing solid waste while spreading love for the environment.
Bottling up their talent
With surgical precision artist Li Shaoyue produces fantastic images inside a tiny vial.
Waste and cultural wonders: Yogyakarta artists put the city’s landfill on the map
A collective of artists and activists are attempting to find a holistic solution to the trash crisis in Yogyakarta city.