Cao Yalin
China Master of Arts and Crafts (2012, 6th Edition)
Senior Industrial Art Designer
Member of China Arts and Crafts Society
Member of China Industrial Design Association
Council Member of Jiangsu Arts and Crafts Society
Vice President of Jiangsu Ceramic Art Committee
Visiting Professor at the School of Fine Arts, Harbin Normal University
Senior Title Judge for Jiangsu Arts and Crafts
Member of the 14th Yixing Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)
Judge for the 9th National Ceramic Art Competition
Cao Yalin, Born in 1955 in Dingshu Town, Yixing, Jiangsu, Cao Yalin joined the Yixing Zisha Pottery Factory in 1970 and graduated in 1979 from the Design Department of the Fine Arts College at Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute.
By integrating theory with practice and studying both classical and contemporary art from around the world, he has delved deeply into the creative principles of Zisha pottery art. Through continuous exploration and innovation, he has developed a unique artistic philosophy: honoring tradition, pioneering modernity, fusing culture, and pursuing originality. His works exhibit rich artistic language, novel creativity, elegant forms, profound meaning, and refined taste, carrying a distinct modern artistic flair that sets him apart in the Zisha pottery world.
Notable Works:
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Square and Round (Teapot)
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Light·Sun·Sunrise: The Legend of Nine Suns (Teapot)
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Light·Sun and Moon·Brightness (5-Piece Tea Set)
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Light·Moon·Moonlight Sonata (Teapot)
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Streamside Delight (7-Piece Tea Set)
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Bamboo·Calligraphy (Teapot)
