As the May Day holiday approaches, the Guangzhou People's Art Center in the city's Yuexiu District has unveiled a rich lineup of art exhibitions, featuring renowned artists from China and abroad and offering a unique blend of professional artistry and public engagement.
GAS Guangzhou Illustration Art Season
Centered on the theme "Boundless Growth," this exhibition showcases the charm of illustration art from around the world. It is divided into three main sections: the "Masters' Zone," the "CIAC Competition Zone," and the "Multifunctional Special Zone."
The "Masters' Zone" offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse works by over a dozen leading artists, blending Eastern heritage with international perspectives.
The poster for the GAS Guangzhou Illustration Art Season (Photo: Guangzhou Illustration Art Festival)
The "CIAC Competition Zone" displays 191 static works and 11 dynamic pieces, covering a wide range of themes from traditional ink painting, Chinese paper-cutting, and folk culture to modern fantasy, urban life, and Lingnan culture.
Meanwhile, the "Multifunctional Special Zone" will host interactive activities, including art markets, meet-and-greet sessions, creative workshops, and public education programs.
Visitors view the artworks at the exhibition. (Photo: Guangzhou Illustration Art Festival)
Visitors view the artworks at the exhibition. (Photo: Guangzhou Illustration Art Festival)
People pose for a group photo at the opening ceremony. (Photo: Guangzhou Illustration Art Festival)
Dates: May 1 – August 31, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM, closed on Mondays)
Location: Hall 19A, Guangzhou People's Art Center (广州人民艺术中心)
Add.: No. 13, Luhu Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区麓湖路13号)
Ticket purchasing channel: Search "GAS插画艺术季" on www.damai.cn or copy the following link to open in your browser.
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Divine Craftsmanship: Pan Bolin Pottery Touring Exhibition
This exhibition features nearly 80 masterpieces by Pan Bolin, a national inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Shiwan pottery. Around one-third of the works are rare originals, reflecting themes such as zodiac animals, figures from Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism, historical characters, and folk traditions.
People visit the Pan Bolin Pottery Touring Exhibition. (Photo: Guangzhou People's Art Center)
The exhibition hall is filled with exquisitely crafted pottery works that highlight Pan Bolin's innovative spirit. His pieces push the boundaries of traditional Shiwan pottery—merging fabric-like softness with the solidity of clay, integrating ceramics with natural wood, and drawing inspiration from everyday life to create visually striking, thought-provoking art.
Lifelike and exquisite pottery works on display (Photo: Guangzhou People's Art Center)
Dates: Until May 31, 2025 (Last entry at 4:30 PM | Closed on Mondays)
Location: Hall 3, 1st Floor, Guangzhou People's Art Center
Admission: Free entry; no reservation required for individuals. Group visits must book via the official WeChat account "Guangzhou People's Art Center" (广州人民艺术中心).
Author | Wang Yulin (intern), Liu Lingzhi
Editor | James, Shen He
