In what ways has contemporary Chinese art both embraced and diverged from traditional artistic practices to respond to modern societal themes and global art trends?
How have traditional Chinese painting techniques, such as ink wash painting (shuimo hua), evolved over centuries, and what are their influences on modern Chinese art?
In what ways does Chinese calligraphy reflect both artistic expression and linguistic skill, and how has it been integrated into various forms of visual art throughout Chinese history?
What role did imperial patronage play in the development of Chinese art during dynastic eras, and how did it influence the themes, styles, and materials used by artists?
How do concepts of harmony and balance manifest in Chinese garden design, and what artistic principles do they share with other forms of Chinese art, such as landscape painting?
How has contemporary Chinese art engaged with global art movements, and what are some examples of artists who are reshaping traditional Chinese artistic practices to address modern themes and issues?
