Wan Liya
Born: 1963
Hometown: Qingdao
Based in: Qingdao
Wan Liya was one of the earliest artists who has has been involved in Chinese contemporary ceramic art and established his own ceramic studio at the very start of his career. Wan has been involved in many significant ceramic art activities, greatly influencing the progress of the modernization of Chinese ceramic art. His works contain the appropriate combination of ceramic material quality and sculptural language. From 2005, Wan's works have been maturing steadily, following his experimentation with different styles from 1989 to 2005. His works embody the artist's profound consideration about the time-honored tradition of Chinese ceramic art and his mental perception of the intense change in contemporary society.
43 works for sale
More About Wan Liya
What inspires you?
Longshan Culture
Describe your creative process.
focus on culture of ceramic vessels
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Less meaning, More feeling, On visual
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Artists from Song period
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Brain, Hands
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
work hard
Where do you go for inspiration?
Deep inside of my heart
Credentials
Awards
Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale Silver Prize
2011
Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale
2011
Awards
Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale Silver Prize
2011
Gyeonggi International Ceramic Biennale
2011