From their slobbery smiles to their wagging tails, dogs have an uncanny ability to bring joy into our lives. But how can we reciprocate this boundless love and ensure our canine companions experience the highest quality of life possible? As a responsible pet owner, it’s essential to take proactive steps to improve your dog’s well-being, both mentally and physically. 1. Understanding Your Dog’s Unique Needs Before we leap into the strategies for well-being, it’s crucial to recognize that each dog is an individual with unique requirements.  Tailoring Nutrition to Your Dog’s Needs Nutrition ..read more

Vintage Propaganda Posters Directed to Children in Early Communist China. Propaganda has always been a tool for governments to influence public opinion and behavior, particularly during periods of significant political change. In early Communist China, shortly after the People’s Republic of China (PRC) was established in 1949, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leveraged a wide array of propaganda techniques to consolidate power and instill communist ideologies. Among these were vintage propaganda posters targeted specifically at children. These posters were not only a reflection of the politic ..read more

The Hidden Depths of Qin Shi Huang’s Mausoleum: A Story of Preservation and Mystery. The Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the First Emperor of a unified China, represents one of the most fascinating and enigmatic burial sites in the world. Located in Lintong District, Xi’an, Shaanxi province, this historical landmark is most famous for the Terracotta Army, a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. However, the central tomb itself, purported to house the emperor’s remains, remains unopened to this day. The Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang rese ..read more

The Phoenix Kingdoms Exhibit Opens Its Doors at the Asian Art Museum Featured image: Animal face mask, Western Zhou period (ca. 1050-771 BCE), approx. 1000 BCE. Excavated from Zeng tomb no. 65 at Yejiashan, Suizhou, 2011 © Suizhou Municipal Museum “Phoenix Kingdoms: The Last Splendors of China’s Bronze Age” is an exhibition scheduled at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco from April 19 to July 22, 2024. This exhibition, set against the backdrop of China’s Bronze Age, introduces over 150 artifacts from recent significant archaeological discoveries in China, offering an interactive and sensory ..read more

Melville Jacoby’s unseen WWII photographs capturing the essence of Asia’s conflict and resilience “A Danger Shared: A Journalist’s Glimpses of a Continent at War”, published by Blacksmith Books uncovers the poignant story of Melville Jacoby, an American journalist whose untimely death at 25 belied a career of remarkable depth and influence. The project, initiated by Jacoby’s relative, Bill Lascher, brings to the forefront a trove of unseen World War II-era photographs capturing the human and historical complexities of Asia under siege. What began with the gift of Jacoby’s typewriter evolved in ..read more

Exploring Hong Kong through Detailed Ink Drawings by Andreas von Buddenbrock. “The Ink Trail: Hong Kong” is a book that presents a unique visual exploration of Hong Kong through the ink drawings of Swedish artist Andreas von Buddenbrock. Known by his pseudonym “The Ink Trail,” von Buddenbrock captures the vibrant life, architecture, and landscapes of Hong Kong. Published by Blacksmith Books, the collection showcases drawings from 2017 to 2023, offering readers not only a visual feast but also personal anecdotes and insights into the artist’s creative process. “The Ink Trail: Hong Kong” is a re ..read more

Fashion Designer Creating Cultural Bridges Between Diverse Styles, Narrated with Elegance and a Focus on Sustainability. Su Hanwei, a fashion designer based in New York, pursued her studies at Parsons School of Design. She launched her first collection under her label, Maison de Hoe, at New York Fashion Week in February 2023, and recently showcased her designs at Paris Fashion Week 2024. With Maison de Hoe, she masterfully combines the intricate mosaic of Chinese cultural heritage with contemporary fashion narratives, creating garments that balance chaos with beauty and transform the mundane i ..read more

Asian Hall of Fame Celebrates Diversity and Talent at the Upcoming Celebrate Asia Festival 2024. The Asian Hall of Fame is set to host its Celebrate Asia Festival at the Biltmore Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 1. This event is not just a celebration of Asian heritage and achievements but also serves as an annual benefit for the Women Founders Fund, aimed at supporting women of diverse backgrounds in technology, entertainment, and the arts. The festival will kick off with a Getty Images red carpet event, drawing national and foreign press, influencers, local leaders, and world-class artists. The ..read more

The Tattoo Artist Who Tells Stories And Emotions On The Skin With Her Colorful Compositions Cici Cool is a talented tattoo artist from Nanjing. She was a game illustrator before getting into tattoos. She creates, with precision, personalized designs turning the client’s skin into incredible pieces of art. She plays with her realistic subjects by incorporating different elements from multiple styles such as new school, geometric, and watercolor, creating a fun and surreal collage of color where you can even see cartoons mixed with hyper-realistic images. Using several shades of each color, Cici ..read more

Empowering Sexuality Through Art: Claudia Chanhoi Against Conformity Claudia Chanhoi is an energetic and vivid illustrator designer who grew up in Hong Kong. Through her illustrations, most of these creations feature women’s body parts, she aims to communicate what is seen as a taboo or a shame in society: women’s sexuality. She also focuses her attention on today’s women’s role. Her purpose has consistently been to promote greater awareness and embrace of sex and sexuality. She wields her art to spark discussions on ‘no-no’ topics, especially around the objectification of women’s bodies. The ..read more