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The Epitome of Aesthetics

Award-winning Taiwanese lyricist Vincent Fang discusses the pursuit of beauty and cultural diversity. He marvels at the abilities of the ancient craftsmen to develop certain techniques without the benefit of modern communication tools. Fang also talks about the ability of Taiwanese culture to inspi

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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Celebrities' Views on Beauty (Jam Hsiao)
Singer Jam Hsiao discusses how authenticity is an essential element in the beauty of art and culture. Recalling his visits to the National Palace Museum as a young student and view
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Celebrities' Views on Beauty (Chu Cha-ray)
Taiwanese artist Kristycharay Chu discusses an appreciation of beauty, comparing her collection of old items to the curio boxes of the Chinese Emperors and their miniaturized items
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Celebrities' Views on Beauty (Li Chien-lang)
Li Chien-lang, one of Taiwan's most influential heritage preservationists, uses the famous ancient paintings "Travelers Among Mountains and Streams" and "Up the River During Qingmi
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Celebrities' Views on Beauty (Wei Te-sheng)
Famous Taiwanese director Wei Te-sheng answers questions about the history and culture of Taiwan artifacts, specifically relating to aesthetics and the perceptions of artists as th
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Celebrities' Views on Beauty (Vincent Fang)
Award-winning Taiwanese lyricist Vincent Fang discusses the pursuit of beauty and cultural diversity. He marvels at the abilities of the ancient craftsmen to develop certain techni
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Composition
This video explores how the composition of an artwork can influence its aesthetics and its perceptions. Proper compositions need not employ bright colors but must involve planning.
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Mounting
Mounting artwork can determine how it is viewed. There are three ways to mount Chinese art. In addition, the selection of colors, fabrics, and styles can enhance the quality of the
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The Epitome of Aesthetics: Narrative
Stories interweave and can discuss many issues. They consist of a narrative, a description, and theatrical elements. Picture books are a graphic way of telling stories. Chinese and