Forest Qing Zhang began paving the 21’st Century Silk Art Road in 2002, when Forest and his family immigrated to Canada from Suzhou, China.

In 2004, King Silk Art evolved out of Silk Art’s growing local popularity. Our success in Canada brought us to a new location in 2006, California, US.

Silk Art is now growing in popularity worldwide. We introduced Silk Art to Japan in 2007, to the UK in 2008, to the Middle East in 2009 and to Australia in 2011.

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Koi is the most prized fish in the feng shui world. A decorative variety of carp, koi come in several bright colors such as red, yellow, blue, white and sometimes black. The typical number for Koi fish in a feng shui aquarium is 9 (8 brightly colored koi and 1 black koi fish). The black fish is there to neutralize bad luck.

You can also find feng shui cures with 2 koi fish, this being a feng shui cure to attract love and fidelity. There are also paintings with any number of koi fish in a stream, which is used to represent a fresh flow of abundance. Still, best numbers are considered either 9 or multiples of 9. Such as 99, 36, 999 etc.

“鱼的寓意有很多，因为 “鱼” 和 “余” 同音，也常被寓意为年年有余，在古代鱼象征着富贵。
1. “鱼” 与 “余” 谐音，所以鱼象征着富贵。民俗岁末祭祖中讲究供鱼，取年年有余鱼之吉利，则是对鱼的一种图腾崇拜。
2. “如鱼得水” 用来描述工作和生活和谐美满、幸福、自在。鱼水。比喻夫妻相得，或者男女情笃。
九鱼图是具有吉祥如意寓意,自古“九”就有长久之意。“鱼”则为万事如意。九条可爱的锦鲤在水中嬉闹,寓意着长久的吉祥如意，红色的鱼有旺运之说.

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Ding Shaoguang (widely known as Ting Shao Kuang in the West), the 79-year-old Chinese-American painter, has achieved quite a lot over the decades: founding the Yunnan school of painting, establishing himself as a world-renowned heavy-color painting artist and earning a reputation that has made him one of the most influential Chinese artists of today.

His artworks have also made him a well-known name in auction circles. In 1992, for example, his White Nights sold for HK$2.2 million ($281,796) at a Christie’s auction, breaking the then record for the highest auction price for an artwork from a living Chinese artist.

Ding has always walked a slightly different path than other Chinese artists. Although he received a traditional Chinese art education while growing up in Beijing, he rebelled against traditional styles during his teenage years.

At age 23, he moved to Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, where he taught at the Yunnan Arts University. Always looking for something new, Ding was greatly influenced by the local scenery as well as the art of the province’s many ethnic groups during his time there. Although the artist is now in his late 70s, he still tries to keep up with the latest trends in the art world, while constantly seeking ways to innovate.

丁绍光的画，清新秀美，富有诗意，国人说他的画是“装饰画”或“工笔重彩”，国外有人说他的画是“浪漫主义”和“理想主义”的结合。依我看，我十分赞同张道一教授的评价：“它是被时代呼唤出来的，反映了人类所共同的追求祥和美好的心理与愿望，不必硬要套上一个既成的外壳。丁绍光就是丁绍光，他的作品只能像黑格尔所讲的‘这一个’，是‘完满的个性’。”

一是绮丽的风光民情。
丁绍光于六十年代初，在云南工作的经历给他提供了取之不尽、用之不竭的艺术营养，他日夜陶醉于云南那绮丽的风光民情中，几乎在他至今所有的艺术创作中，都热情地表达了以祖国西双版纳和云南乡土风情为主的题材。同时，在他的独特画面中不但洋溢着喜悦与幸福，而且还渗透了当地的风俗。

二是细劲的铁线描绘。
在丁绍光的作品中，以运用中国画传统艺术中的铁线描而著称，细劲有力的铁线描贯穿了他的所有画面，而且他经常以金线或银线统一勾勒，使画面为之一亮，充满了诗一般的意境。

三是夸张的变形手法。
说到丁绍光那夸张的变形，乃是观众都钦佩的。原因有两点，其一他提倡的变形仍符合人物的解剖原理，不像有些画家一试变形，什么都走了样，甚至连关节都能逆转；其二是他的变形变得美，纤细的手臂及特长的颈部等都能让人接受。

四是绚丽的色彩效果。
法国安德鲁·帕利诺称他作品的色彩为“正如敦煌莫高窟中那绚丽多彩……”作者也说：“在现代艺术的洋洋世界里，色彩对比的运用，应千变万化，令人目眩神迷。”的确，丁绍光是一位色彩学大师，看过他作品的人，肯定第一眼就会被色彩所迷住。

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“Peacock symbolism: Vision, Self Expression, Spirituality, Awakening, Integrity, Freedom, Guidance, Protection, & Watchfulness. In Greco-Roman mythology the Peacock tail has the “eyes” of the stars. … The Peacock represents resurrection, renewal and immortality within the spiritual teachings of Christianity.

“孔雀是百鸟之王，是吉祥鸟，从古到今，孔雀在艺术、传说、文学和宗教上久负盛名，孔雀是最善良、最聪明、最爱自由与和平的鸟，是吉祥幸福的象征，孔雀也可看为是绶带鸟，绶与寿谐音，表示长寿之意。”

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The spiritual symbolism of the peacock has been recognised in every corner of the world for centuries – even longer, perhaps! From Asia to the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas. There are myths and legends involving the symbolism of the peacock.

At the root of all of this is the peacock’s spiritual essence. How we as human beings identify with what it embodies. For much of history, the peacock was a symbol of the nobility and particularly of royalty. As a result, many kings in Europe would purchase a peacock or two for their estate.
1、象征权利
因为孔雀美丽并且具有美好的品德，多被绣在人们的官袍之上，作为一种权利的象征。不少人在家中选择有孔雀花翎或者是孔雀图案的花瓶、画，都是在期望能够得到权利，官运畅通无阻。
2、美好爱情
孔雀除了象征权利以外，还象征着爱情。因为白孔雀的头部是白色的，正符合人们对于白头到老的美好期盼，因此孔雀在情人眼中，也就成为了美好爱情的一种象征，希望爱情能够圆满。
3、优美才华
孔雀自身十分美丽，带有一种高贵之感，在神话中也是一种美丽与才华兼具的象征。因此在我国，孔雀还象征着优美与才华，是对美丽女性的赞美，和对学富五车的才子的称赞

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Ding Shaoguang (widely known as Ting Shao Kuang in the West), the 79-year-old Chinese-American painter, has achieved quite a lot over the decades: founding the Yunnan school of painting, establishing himself as a world-renowned heavy-color painting artist and earning a reputation that has made him one of the most influential Chinese artists of today.

His artworks have also made him a well-known name in auction circles. In 1992, for example, his White Nights sold for HK$2.2 million ($281,796) at a Christie’s auction, breaking the then record for the highest auction price for an artwork from a living Chinese artist.

Ding has always walked a slightly different path than other Chinese artists. Although he received a traditional Chinese art education while growing up in Beijing, he rebelled against traditional styles during his teenage years.

At age 23, he moved to Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, where he taught at the Yunnan Arts University. Always looking for something new, Ding was greatly influenced by the local scenery as well as the art of the province’s many ethnic groups during his time there. Although the artist is now in his late 70s, he still tries to keep up with the latest trends in the art world, while constantly seeking ways to innovate.

丁绍光的画，清新秀美，富有诗意，国人说他的画是“装饰画”或“工笔重彩”，国外有人说他的画是“浪漫主义”和“理想主义”的结合。依我看，我十分赞同张道一教授的评价：“它是被时代呼唤出来的，反映了人类所共同的追求祥和美好的心理与愿望，不必硬要套上一个既成的外壳。丁绍光就是丁绍光，他的作品只能像黑格尔所讲的‘这一个’，是‘完满的个性’。”

一是绮丽的风光民情。
丁绍光于六十年代初，在云南工作的经历给他提供了取之不尽、用之不竭的艺术营养，他日夜陶醉于云南那绮丽的风光民情中，几乎在他至今所有的艺术创作中，都热情地表达了以祖国西双版纳和云南乡土风情为主的题材。同时，在他的独特画面中不但洋溢着喜悦与幸福，而且还渗透了当地的风俗。

二是细劲的铁线描绘。
在丁绍光的作品中，以运用中国画传统艺术中的铁线描而著称，细劲有力的铁线描贯穿了他的所有画面，而且他经常以金线或银线统一勾勒，使画面为之一亮，充满了诗一般的意境。

三是夸张的变形手法。
说到丁绍光那夸张的变形，乃是观众都钦佩的。原因有两点，其一他提倡的变形仍符合人物的解剖原理，不像有些画家一试变形，什么都走了样，甚至连关节都能逆转；其二是他的变形变得美，纤细的手臂及特长的颈部等都能让人接受。

四是绚丽的色彩效果。
法国安德鲁·帕利诺称他作品的色彩为“正如敦煌莫高窟中那绚丽多彩……”作者也说：“在现代艺术的洋洋世界里，色彩对比的运用，应千变万化，令人目眩神迷。”的确，丁绍光是一位色彩学大师，看过他作品的人，肯定第一眼就会被色彩所迷住。

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Ding Shaoguang (widely known as Ting Shao Kuang in the West), the 79-year-old Chinese-American painter, has achieved quite a lot over the decades: founding the Yunnan school of painting, establishing himself as a world-renowned heavy-color painting artist and earning a reputation that has made him one of the most influential Chinese artists of today.

His artworks have also made him a well-known name in auction circles. In 1992, for example, his White Nights sold for HK$2.2 million ($281,796) at a Christie’s auction, breaking the then record for the highest auction price for an artwork from a living Chinese artist.

Ding has always walked a slightly different path than other Chinese artists. Although he received a traditional Chinese art education while growing up in Beijing, he rebelled against traditional styles during his teenage years.

At age 23, he moved to Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, where he taught at the Yunnan Arts University. Always looking for something new, Ding was greatly influenced by the local scenery as well as the art of the province’s many ethnic groups during his time there. Although the artist is now in his late 70s, he still tries to keep up with the latest trends in the art world, while constantly seeking ways to innovate.

丁绍光的画，清新秀美，富有诗意，国人说他的画是“装饰画”或“工笔重彩”，国外有人说他的画是“浪漫主义”和“理想主义”的结合。依我看，我十分赞同张道一教授的评价：“它是被时代呼唤出来的，反映了人类所共同的追求祥和美好的心理与愿望，不必硬要套上一个既成的外壳。丁绍光就是丁绍光，他的作品只能像黑格尔所讲的‘这一个’，是‘完满的个性’。”

一是绮丽的风光民情。
丁绍光于六十年代初，在云南工作的经历给他提供了取之不尽、用之不竭的艺术营养，他日夜陶醉于云南那绮丽的风光民情中，几乎在他至今所有的艺术创作中，都热情地表达了以祖国西双版纳和云南乡土风情为主的题材。同时，在他的独特画面中不但洋溢着喜悦与幸福，而且还渗透了当地的风俗。

二是细劲的铁线描绘。
在丁绍光的作品中，以运用中国画传统艺术中的铁线描而著称，细劲有力的铁线描贯穿了他的所有画面，而且他经常以金线或银线统一勾勒，使画面为之一亮，充满了诗一般的意境。

三是夸张的变形手法。
说到丁绍光那夸张的变形，乃是观众都钦佩的。原因有两点，其一他提倡的变形仍符合人物的解剖原理，不像有些画家一试变形，什么都走了样，甚至连关节都能逆转；其二是他的变形变得美，纤细的手臂及特长的颈部等都能让人接受。

四是绚丽的色彩效果。
法国安德鲁·帕利诺称他作品的色彩为“正如敦煌莫高窟中那绚丽多彩……”作者也说：“在现代艺术的洋洋世界里，色彩对比的运用，应千变万化，令人目眩神迷。”的确，丁绍光是一位色彩学大师，看过他作品的人，肯定第一眼就会被色彩所迷住。

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Ding Shaoguang (widely known as Ting Shao Kuang in the West), the 79-year-old Chinese-American painter, has achieved quite a lot over the decades: founding the Yunnan school of painting, establishing himself as a world-renowned heavy-color painting artist and earning a reputation that has made him one of the most influential Chinese artists of today.

His artworks have also made him a well-known name in auction circles. In 1992, for example, his White Nights sold for HK$2.2 million ($281,796) at a Christie’s auction, breaking the then record for the highest auction price for an artwork from a living Chinese artist.

Ding has always walked a slightly different path than other Chinese artists. Although he received a traditional Chinese art education while growing up in Beijing, he rebelled against traditional styles during his teenage years.

At age 23, he moved to Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, where he taught at the Yunnan Arts University. Always looking for something new, Ding was greatly influenced by the local scenery as well as the art of the province’s many ethnic groups during his time there. Although the artist is now in his late 70s, he still tries to keep up with the latest trends in the art world, while constantly seeking ways to innovate.

丁绍光的画，清新秀美，富有诗意，国人说他的画是“装饰画”或“工笔重彩”，国外有人说他的画是“浪漫主义”和“理想主义”的结合。依我看，我十分赞同张道一教授的评价：“它是被时代呼唤出来的，反映了人类所共同的追求祥和美好的心理与愿望，不必硬要套上一个既成的外壳。丁绍光就是丁绍光，他的作品只能像黑格尔所讲的‘这一个’，是‘完满的个性’。”

一是绮丽的风光民情。
丁绍光于六十年代初，在云南工作的经历给他提供了取之不尽、用之不竭的艺术营养，他日夜陶醉于云南那绮丽的风光民情中，几乎在他至今所有的艺术创作中，都热情地表达了以祖国西双版纳和云南乡土风情为主的题材。同时，在他的独特画面中不但洋溢着喜悦与幸福，而且还渗透了当地的风俗。

二是细劲的铁线描绘。
在丁绍光的作品中，以运用中国画传统艺术中的铁线描而著称，细劲有力的铁线描贯穿了他的所有画面，而且他经常以金线或银线统一勾勒，使画面为之一亮，充满了诗一般的意境。

三是夸张的变形手法。
说到丁绍光那夸张的变形，乃是观众都钦佩的。原因有两点，其一他提倡的变形仍符合人物的解剖原理，不像有些画家一试变形，什么都走了样，甚至连关节都能逆转；其二是他的变形变得美，纤细的手臂及特长的颈部等都能让人接受。

四是绚丽的色彩效果。
法国安德鲁·帕利诺称他作品的色彩为“正如敦煌莫高窟中那绚丽多彩……”作者也说：“在现代艺术的洋洋世界里，色彩对比的运用，应千变万化，令人目眩神迷。”的确，丁绍光是一位色彩学大师，看过他作品的人，肯定第一眼就会被色彩所迷住。

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The techniques and skills necessary to create Silk Art are passed from generation to generation, and require years of training to master the techniques. While embroidery is ubiquitous throughout the world, high quality Silk Art is rare. Only a tiny handful of people can produce Silk Art that touches your heart and soul.

The real reason, however, to possess Silk Art, is its beauty. The gentle kiss of love, the warmth of a summer afternoon, the wind on your face, the water flowing by, the delicate touch of the feathers fluttering, the majestic animal become poetry in the Silk Art form.

There is a sense of life you can taste with your eyes, a sense of spirit captured as no other media can. This exquisite artwork will remain pristine for your family to appreciate for generations. Please explore our galleries and join the international family of Silk Art collectors.

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The techniques and skills necessary to create Silk Art are passed from generation to generation, and require years of training to master the techniques. While embroidery is ubiquitous throughout the world, high quality Silk Art is rare. Only a tiny handful of people can produce Silk Art that touches your heart and soul.

The real reason, however, to possess Silk Art, is its beauty. The gentle kiss of love, the warmth of a summer afternoon, the wind on your face, the water flowing by, the delicate touch of the feathers fluttering, the majestic animal become poetry in the Silk Art form.

There is a sense of life you can taste with your eyes, a sense of spirit captured as no other media can. This exquisite artwork will remain pristine for your family to appreciate for generations. Please explore our galleries and join the international family of Silk Art collectors.

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