Wenying is gorgeous, and the intangible cultural heritage is brilliant. Wenying Park is a garden holy place carrying profound cultural heritage and humanistic feelings, the intangible cultural heritage exhibition month activities are sponsored by the Shanxi Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, co-organized by the Taiyuan Municipal Garden Bureau, and undertaken by the Wenying Park Management Office.
Stepping into the exhibition hall, it is as if you have passed through a tunnel of time and space, and the paper-cut works are like an elegant and delicate picture scroll slowly unfolding in front of you. This is the stage where paper and scissors dance together, and each work is the result of the efforts of the inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, telling ancient and moving stories in silent language.
Zhang Yongzhong, the inheritor of Gaoping color paste paper-cutting, with his unique spring, summer, autumn and winter series, freezes the beauty of the four seasons in the work "Four Seasons of Peace". Measuring 2 meters wide and 1.5 meters high, this color-coded paper-cut is a wonderful representation of spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Spring has delicate flowers in a bottle, rich and auspicious; The high lotus flowers in the summer pond are cool and pleasant; Autumn is a free chrysanthemum under the moon, blooming leisurely; In winter, I saw the proud snow and cold plums and the magpies on the branches of joy, and the dark fragrance surged. This is not only a celebration of the beauty of nature, but also a full of longing and ardent expectations for a better life.
Liang Shengping's "Yangquan Panhe" series of works, with its unique shape and exquisite craftsmanship, will be the majesty of the Yungang Grottoes, the beauty of the small white pagoda of Wutai Mountain, the vicissitudes of the big locust tree in Hongdong, and the simplicity of the ancient city of Pingyao one by one, making people feel as if they have traveled through time and space, and experienced the glory and vicissitudes of those histories.
In particular, it is worth mentioning that the works of Shanxi paper-cutting master Guo Meihua are like bright stars, illuminating the entire exhibition area. Under her scissors, the red paper flies, mountains, rivers, flowers, birds, fish and insects, and character stories leap onto the paper, and the delicate lines contain infinite love and yearning for life. She not only inherits the essence of traditional paper-cutting, but also has the courage to innovate and integrate modern aesthetics into it, so that the ancient art will radiate new vitality and become a bridge connecting the past and the future.
There are also many paper-cuts with Shanxi characteristics that are eye-catching, and the zodiac patterns in the paper-cut works are in different forms, full of vitality and vitality. The dragon totem, dragon culture, dragon legend and other related works specially created for the Year of the Dragon show the spiritual connotation of the Chinese nation with its majestic momentum.
The artistic light of intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting illuminates the simplicity and prosperity of the ancient city, highlighting the profound cultural heritage and unique architectural charm. These paper-cut works are not only the pinnacle of skills, but also the affectionate inheritance and innovative interpretation of Shanxi's intangible cultural heritage.
Turning to the right, the Dui Aya and Dui Jin Intangible Cultural Heritage Area, with its unique charm, quietly tells another story about beauty. It is a sea of colors and lines, a symphony of ingenuity and time.
Zhang Jiaoli, the inheritor of Jiaocheng's traditional art of stacking silk, skillfully combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design with her exquisite skills and unique creativity. In her work "Green Mountains and Green Waters", the mountains and rivers are interdependent, and the clouds and mist are shrouded, like a flowing landscape painting; Works such as "Pine Crane Extending the Year" and "Life Wishful Step by Step" are even more far-reaching, entrusting people's yearning and pursuit of a better life.
Zhang Jiaoli's works are layered and three-dimensional, looking like a beautiful painting from a distance; A closer look reveals the ingenuity. This is not only a visual enjoyment, but also a touch of the soul, so that people can feel the warmth and strength from traditional culture in addition to appreciation.
Han Ling, the inheritor of Shangdang Pile Brocade, skillfully combines silk and cotton to create a three-dimensional artistic image, which is colorful and layered, showing the unique charm of Pile Brocade art. "A Hundred Years of Good Harmony", "Butterfly Love Flowers", "Four Seasons of Peace" and other works, every stitch and thread contain the deep affection and wisdom of the craftsman, the characters in the works are lifelike, and the textures and colors of the costumes are very delicate, making people seem to be able to feel the emotions and stories of the characters in the works.
Huo Liyan, the inheritor of Huayun dyeing and weaving, has bright colors and exquisite patterns, and the pattern on each piece of fabric is like a work of art, some show the beauty of nature, and some reflect the elements of traditional culture. These works are not only a decoration, but also a cultural inheritance.
Further down, the Datong Jieyi Intangible Cultural Heritage Zone attracts the attention of every visitor with its unique charm. Here, it is a temple of Chinese knot art and a symbol of happiness and auspiciousness.
Yang Xuefei, an outstanding representative of Datong knotting art, skillfully blends the essence of traditional knotting with modern cutting-edge design concepts, and brings the meaning and beauty of Chinese knots to the extreme with his exquisite skills and unique creativity. The works such as moo, golden-winged bird, rui beast, deer and other works in the "Yungang Spirit Beast" series are all vivid and lifelike, which perfectly shows the unique charming charm of Yungang Grottoes, and also entrusts people's awe and praise for nature and life.
Works such as "Five Blessings" give full play to the auspicious meaning of the Chinese knot, allowing people to feel the warmth and happiness from the bottom of their hearts while appreciating it. In the Datong knot art exhibition area, people can not only appreciate the exquisite skills of knotting, but also feel the power and inheritance from traditional culture.
Chinese knots, a seemingly simple knotting art, seem to be given life in Yang Xuefei's hands, they are either entwined or intertwined, weaving a blessing for happiness, auspiciousness and good wishes. Here, people seem to be in a dream full of love and hope, and feel the beauty and shock brought by traditional culture.
Paper-cutting, stacking silk, stacking brocade, and Datong knotting art...... These ancient and beautiful art forms not only make people feel the profundity and infinite charm of the excellent traditional Chinese culture, but also make people find a long-lost tranquility and beauty in the fast-paced modern life.
In addition to the thematic exhibitions, intangible cultural heritage fairs are held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 15 p.m. to 6 p.m., where inheritors of intangible cultural heritage items such as lacquerware, gourds, and carved porcelain display their works and share their creative processes and experiences with the audience. The audience can enjoy these exquisite works up close and feel the charm of intangible cultural heritage.
From 15:30 to 17:30 every Sunday afternoon, an intangible cultural heritage class was also held, and the inheritors taught in person to guide the audience to experience the intangible cultural heritage. This interactive experience not only allows the audience to have a deeper understanding of intangible cultural heritage, but also enhances their sense of identity and pride in traditional culture.
Let's meet in Wenying Park together, go to the intangible cultural heritage feast, feel the power and warmth from traditional culture, and write a glorious chapter belonging to the Chinese nation together!