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Discovering the Beauty and Virtues of Chinese Flower Goddesses: January – March
January Flower Plum Blossom The plum blossom, also known as the flower of January, holds a significant place in Chinese culture. It symbolizes strength, nobility, and modesty, making it one of the most revered flowers in Chinese art and literature. The beauty of the plum blossom lies in the fact that it blooms in the harshest of winter conditions. Its resilience and perseverance have made it a symbol of courage and strength. The flower is also known as the flower of Five Blessings, as its five petals represent happiness, wealth, longevity, peace, and success. The use of plum blossoms in Chinese culture dates back more than 3,200 years. Initially, it was used for flavoring food and as a sacrificial offering. Later, it became an essential ingredient in cosmetics, herbal medicine, and as an ornamental flower. During the Tang and Song dynasties, the beauty and virtues of the plum blossom gained the admiration of scholars and artists. They developed a whole ornamental theory around the flower, appreciating its place, time, shape, and activities. Plum blossom, together with orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum, formed the “Four Gentlemen” or “Four Noble Ones” in Chinese art, with each flower representing different virtues and highly valued… -
The Great Hanfu Craftsman Zhong Yi – Founder of Ming Hua Tang
China has a long history of five thousand years. The history written in this vast land by Chinese people flourishing, eating, clothing, housing, and transportation is every bit as colorful and splendid. National dress is the most intuitive expression of national style. For example, when we talk about Japan, people can quickly think of kimonos. What would come to mind if we were to find a synonym for Chinese costumes? In the heart of craftsman Zhong Yi, the word is definitely: Hanfu. Lin Chi-ling In May 2017, Lin Chi-ling in hanfu appears in a large advertisement in Times Square, New York, wearing a simple and elegant bean green hanfu dress. The soft and gentle, exquisite craftsmanship is hidden in the details, showing the restrained and dignified beauty of oriental women. The Chinese culture was promoted intuitively and fully, stunning the world. As a sharer of the second season of the program "THE GREAT SHOKUNIN", Lin had this to say in the program. "China, with its greatness of manners, is called Xia, and the beauty of its costumes is called Hua. Costumes and manners are traditionally the most external cultural heritage of a nation. Hanfu, is not the old clothes that… -
The Evolution of Game Adaptations and Comic Adaptations in the Cdrama Industry
In comparison to the vast number of literary work adaptations, there are relatively few cdrama adaptations based on games or comics as the source. This is partly due to the scarcity of game works or comic works that are suitable for visual adaptation, as well as the undeniable challenges of adaptation. However, this has not dampened the industry's enthusiasm for the development of game adaptations and comic adaptations, as the traffic effects and audience influence of these two special works far surpass those of ordinary literary works. Especially in the current wave of online literature work adaptations, game adaptations and comic adaptations are becoming increasingly lucrative. Just from the end of last year to the beginning of this year, we have seen the release of game adaptations such as "Sword and Fairy" and "Sword and Fairy 4," as well as comic adaptations like "The Hope" and "White Cat Legend," among others. Additionally, there are highly anticworkated upcoming series such as "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact," "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Love in Pavilion," and "Fox Spirit Matchmaker 3," indicating the enormous commercial value of game adaptations and comic adaptations. While there have not been many game adaptations and comic adaptations in the… -
Yan Wang: Record the Development of Hanfu With a Paintbrush
The explosion of hanfu in China in recent years can be described as a top-to-bottom movement of traditional literary revival. Both the popularization of knowledge by various academic professionals and the vigorous promotion by private forces have brought the field to life. The reason why hanfu is as blooming as it is today is that there are many people who have played a pivotal role in driving this trend. For example, "Yan Wang wf (燕王wf)". Yan Wang's Paintings Yan Wang wf He is a researcher of ancient Chinese costumes, also an illustrated book writer, has participated in the restoration of historical figures for many times, and was the dress director of the drama "Serenade of Peaceful Joy (清平乐)". Written and published "A Guide of Time Travel to the Tang Dynasty", and has worked with publications such as "China National Travel" and "Chinese Heritage". The mysterious forum years The topic started more than ten years ago, when there was a relative lack of channels for ancient costume enthusiasts to gain knowledge about hanfu. Xiefang Zhuren (撷芳主人) and a few friends created a forum, and Yan Wang was one of the main members. After the forum was established, Yan Wang shared… -
A Tribute to Jin Yong’s Centennial with a Cinematic Journey
As the world commemorates the 100th anniversary of Jin Yong's birth, a cinematic tribute unfolds across theaters in Hangzhou and Jiaxing from June 16th to 23rd, 2024. The legacy of Jin Yong, also known as Louis Cha, spans generations, captivating audiences with his timeless tales of chivalry, honor, and martial arts prowess. To honor his enduring influence on literature and cinema, a special film exhibition will showcase six classic martial arts movies adapted from his iconic works. Among the selected masterpieces are "The Swordsman" series, including "The Swordsman" and "The Swordsman II: The East is Red," which delve into the intricate world of martial arts sects and their intricate power struggles. "The East is Red" follows the saga of the invincible Eastern Heretic, a character etched in the annals of martial arts lore. Also featured is "The Return of the Condor Heroes," a gripping tale of love and heroism set against the backdrop of ancient China. This adaptation brings to life the epic romance between Yang Guo and Xiaolongnü, two star-crossed lovers destined to defy fate and conquer adversity. "Ode to Gallantry," another cinematic gem on display, transports viewers to the enchanting realm of Jianghu, where alliances are forged and…
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