A New Year painting of a chubby baby holding a fish, a carved window adorned with auspicious cloud patterns, a blue-and-white porcelain vase painted with lotus designs… These traditional Chinese auspicious patterns, so familiar to the Chinese people, embody their understanding and pursuit of a happy life. What cultural codes and emotional expressions are hidden within these images? How do they reflect the unique Chinese way of thinking and collective unconscious? In today’s ever-evolving era, how can these patterns adapt to contemporary trends while preserving both a sense of fashion and national charm?
This lecture will lead you into the world of traditional patterns, exploring the meanings and significance of Chinese auspicious patterns through their deconstruction and reconstruction. We will delve into the cultural emotions embedded within them and explore how these traditions can continue to evolve and shine with new meaning in today’s world.
2 hours of CTLE credits are offered for New York State teachers attending this program.
In partnership with New England Chinese Language Teachers Association (NECLTA) and Chinese Program at Tufts University, PDP certificate is available for NECLTA members.
For questions, please contact Yongqiang Lin at [email protected]
This two-hour online seminar will be in Chinese.
该讲座为中文。
