Different regions of China have different art forms. These arts often try to present important things in life, such as love, beauty and family. People use the most common things to turn into beautiful objects, such as paper or clay or bamboo. According to Chinese history, the first user of kong's lantern was zhuge kongming. When zhuge kongming was in danger, he lit a lamp and called for help. Now, kongming lanterns are used for celebrations and festivals. When the lights are lit, they slowly rise up into the air and look like many small hot-air balloons. They symbolize joy and good will. Paper cutting is also an important form of Chinese art. Paper-cutting has a history of about 1,500 years. Paper cutting sounds simple but it's hard to do. Paper-cuts are usually red, and they need to be cut with scissors. The patterns of paper-cut are usually flowers, animals or things that come from Chinese history. Paper cuttings on walls, doors, or Windows can bring good luck and have a happy New Year. Chinese art and clay people, mud people are famous, because the mud is very small but very lifelike. It takes a lot of steps to make mud, and it takes a lot of time. No matter which art form is Chinese culture, it is an indispensable part of China. Which art form do you prefer? |