A pair of antithetical couplets for Spring Festival written by emperor Qianlong. (Photo provided to China Daily)
Of course, the pig will be a major theme of the exhibition, since it is the animal of the new year.
"Unlike the dragon, which has an appearance that offers abundant inspiration, the pig is rather plain-looking," Han says.
But he says ideas can be inspired by traditional folk arts.
He drew 1,600 sketches of pigs while preparing for the exhibition. The abundance of colors and abstract expressions create new interpretations of this animal in accordance with the Chinese zodiac. He even introduced new technology, such as 3D printing, to his works.
Han's solo exhibition can be viewed by the public from Jan. 6, too.
