Is the crowded canal puzzle a famous painting?
Of course it is, the fully photographed "Canal Panorama". It is the first, most comprehensive and longest Chinese painting in the history of Chinese ink painting in the world, and the first overall depiction of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal from north to south in the world. "Canal Panorama" is nearly 200 meters long and nearly one meter high. It is drawn in the form of Chinese ink painting with light crimson small freehand. It starts from Dongbianmen in Beijing in the north and ends at the Qiantang River in Hangzhou in the south, passing through four provinces, two cities and five major water systems. . The composition of the whole volume is like an ups and downs symphony, with twists and turns, euphemistic and beautiful.
The background of the story is the most prosperous period in the history of the Grand Canal, and the main line shows the grand water transportation of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The cultural landscape of the towns along the canal is dominated by folk customs. It involves politics, military, architecture, water conservancy, geography, officialdom, agriculture, industry, academia, business, etc., and integrates the humanities and nature with scenes. It shows the glorious historical chapter of economic prosperity, peace and contentment, and national unity formed by water transportation. It is the world's first longest and comprehensive line-drawing scroll.
The picture depicts a panoramic view of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal from 27 county-level cities in Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei Province, Shandong Province, Jiangsu Province, and Zhejiang Province. People, mountains, rivers, all included. The painter's brushwork is delicate and skillful, and the painter uses a highly summarized and concentrated technique to extensively and meticulously describe various complex social images and various folk customs.
A description of the prosperous times through the panoramic view of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. In the artistic treatment of this painting, no matter the shape of the characters, the arrangement of streets, vehicles, buildings, bridges, and cargo ships, all require ingenious writing and ink composition. It far exceeds the value of "Along the River During Qingming Festival" and can be called a world-class national treasure. I was lucky enough to see this treasure for the second time and was lucky enough to photograph it. Although my photography skills were not good, the news media were not allowed to film and report on it. So please forgive me, the news media were not allowed to film and report when I watched the world classic dance drama "Carmen" in Hefei last year. After I saw it for the first time last year, I asked to film it, but it was not approved! "Canal Panorama" is the only one in the world. Currently, there is no replica! How to draw a simple diagram of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal
This road book chooses the route from Tianjin to Hangzhou that is closest to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. However, because the canal's waterway and the direction of the highway are not close to each other, the best section for riding the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal is the canal embankment highway from Huai'an to Yangzhou.
This road book is for reference by cyclists who are preparing to ride the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
Click on the blue words: "Tianjin to Hangzhou"
Or click on the address to view the road book
The story of the mascot of the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games on February 16, 2014 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games mascot design concept
Introduction: Every design is full of various loving and interesting stories. The mascot of the Hangzhou Asian Games is accompanied by such loving and interesting stories. The resulting mascots for the 19th 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games are a group of robots named "Jiangnan Yi", named "Cong Cong", "Lian Lian" and "Chen Chen". So, what is the story of the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games mascot? Come with me to take a look at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games mascot design concept.
The story of the mascots of the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games
The mascots of the Hangzhou Asian Games are a group of robots named "Jiangnan Yi", named "Cong Cong" and "Lian Lian" respectively. "Chen Chen". "Cong Cong" represents the world heritage site of Liangzhu Ancient City in the shape of a robot. Its name comes from the representative cultural relic unearthed from the ruins of Liangzhu Ancient City, the jade cong. "Lotus" represents the West Lake, a world heritage site, in the shape of a robot. Its name comes from the endless blue lotus leaves in the West Lake. “Chen Chen” represents the world heritage Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal in the shape of a robot, and its name comes from the iconic Gongchen Bridge in the Hangzhou section of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
The design of the Hangzhou Asian Games mascots "Jiangnan Yi" combination ("Cong Cong", "Lian Lian" and "Chen Chen") was created by designer Zhang Wen, and was jointly developed by his wife Yang Yihong and him Completed, both are young teachers at the China Academy of Art. With the popularity of his design works, Zhang Wen's quiet life has also changed. He told reporters that the design of the mascot is inseparable from his hometown and living environment. "It is like 'three treasures in a family', telling the story of Jiangnan."
Zhang Wen was born in Jiangbian Village, Huangtian Street, Yongjia County, Wenzhou in 1987, and grew up by the Nanxi River. In 2004, he was admitted to the China Academy of Art. After completing his studies, he chose to stay at the school to teach. His wife Yang Yihong is from Hangzhou, and they are graduate school classmates. Zhang Wen focuses on animation design, while Yang Yihong focuses on illustration. The two are both colleagues and good partners in work design.
In 2019, the Hangzhou Asian Games mascot design is solicited from external parties. The couple thought that they must participate in the "doorstep" activities, but they did not expect that the "Jiangnan Yi" group stood out from more than 4,600 works.
“The design inspiration comes from life, and it is also a distillation of our beautiful memories of Hangzhou.” Zhang Wen said that at that time, their child “Xibao” was 3 years old, and the couple often took her on the streets of Hangzhou. I took a walk in the alleys and visited the Liangzhu Museum, Canal Square, and West Lake. These landmarks in Hangzhou happened to be the prototype of the design image of the "Jiangnan Memory" combination.
“I once thought about using representative animals to design mascots, such as fish, deer, etc., but in the end I decided to start from the core elements of the city of Hangzhou to reflect the profound humanistic temperament of Jiangnan.
"After determining the design inspiration, Zhang Wen and his wife worked together to complete the first draft of the design and write the copy in two weeks. "Remembering Jiangnan, the most memorable thing is Hangzhou", Bai Juyi's poem flashed through his mind, and Zhang Wen decided that the mascot The name is the "Jiangnan Yi" combination.
The mascot design concept for the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games
Integrating cultural life into artistic design is also the mascot designed by Zhang Wen. The concept and original intention.
Jiangnan feelings are also integrated into the mascot design. It is not difficult to find that the "Jiangnan Memory" combination design has a hidden line, the ears are like fish fins, and the feet have fish scales. The mascot has a fish body texture, as if it is swimming in the water at any time.
In addition to the main design of the mascot, they also need to complete the design of four sections according to the arrangements of the Asian Organizing Committee, including design specifications, Art guidelines, sports styling design, visual image disclosure and art specification guidelines
“We will consider every adjustment for a long time. "Zhang Wen said that in the animation work, "Cong Cong" has the texture of a yellowish transparent matte jade cong, with a sense of fluorescent technology; the texture of "Chen Chen" is between water and porcelain, with a slightly mechanical feel; " The "skin" of "Lian Lian" has been fine-tuned based on the texture of Song Dynasty porcelain, and the hue is more vivid. The entire creative process, from the first draft to the final draft, went through 6 major revisions and 20 minor revisions. The couple accompanied and supported each other.
Now, the mascots of the Asian Games can be seen in the streets and alleys of Hangzhou. In the eyes of the couple, this "Jiangnan Memory" combination represents the Asian Games, Zhejiang, and Representing China is also their simplest "confession" to the city of Hangzhou. "They seem to exist vividly and truly in our lives, with personality and warmth, just like the three ordinary Hangzhou citizens around us, representing Hangzhou." Welcome visitors from all directions. "Zhang Wen said.
In life, Zhang Wen is also a sports fan. He likes to watch basketball and football games. He also followed the Winter Olympics that just ended. During his break, he would watch Running along the river in Hangzhou for 15 kilometers, the family is also proud to be a part of the Asian Games.
“Suddenly, I feel that the density of life is very full, and I have more thoughts about life and work. . "Zhang Wen said that like many ordinary participants in the construction of the Hangzhou Asian Games, he took this opportunity to usher in a new life trajectory and encounters. He was in a fuller spirit, broadened his cognition, and made more friends. Design They are also more open-minded.
Right now, the couple is busy working on mascot design, and they are also looking forward to the event that will be held "at their doorstep" in September this year. They will appear on the torch relay, on the podium of the competition venue, and especially at the opening ceremony, allowing friends from all over the world to feel the strong Chinese culture, Jiangnan characteristics and the spirit of the Asian Games. We look forward to the "Jiangnan Memory" combination bringing joy to everyone. "Zhang Wen said.