Recently, a special exhibition titled "Forging Bones with Flames - National Spirit Atlas in Guan Shanyue Art" was held to commemorate the Anti Japanese War, which resonated with the audience's patriotic sentiments. Eighty years have passed, and our people have never forgotten that the audience, like Guan Shanyue, left behind a strong voice of the times that remembers history and strives for self-improvement here.

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The works you appreciate: 'The Fate of the Invaders' and' Zhongshan Refugees'

Reason: These two paintings depict the situation of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the years of external worries and internal troubles, the people's lives in dire straits, and make people shed tears.

The work you appreciate: 'Retreat from the City'

Reason: The work depicts displaced people through partial images, combining realistic techniques with traditional Chinese painting to embody the spirit of "using pen to replace war"

What you want to say about this exhibition: On the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Anti Fascist War, we will never forget history and always remember our mission!

Reason: From this exhibition, I can experience the struggles of the lower class people and the heroic guerrilla fighters who fought bravely during those difficult years. Remembering history, although we cannot go back to the past to help them, we can still alert future generations to the resurgence of fascism!

What you want to say about this exhibition: The exhibition layout is clear and the message of "beacon casting bones" conveyed is clear.

Reason: The timeline for the exhibition is clear, from the Anti Japanese War period to the establishment of the People's Republic of China. The exhibition route is accompanied by spatial correspondence, allowing visitors to understand Guan Lao's expression of pain, sorrow, and indignation towards the suffering of the nation and the ideal of national rejuvenation through anti Japanese paintings. When viewing the exhibition, not only are there paintings from the Anti Japanese War period, but also paintings from after the founding of the People's Republic of China interspersed, such as the comparison between "What was seen outside Sanzao Island" and "Returning to the Sail", which is a microcosm of the historical turmoil in China in the last century. It also reflects the patriotic sentiment of Guan Yu's concern for the nation and his mission to save it from danger, and his hope for national rejuvenation and strength.

Coincidentally commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Anti Japanese War. The Guan Shanyue Art Museum timely launches a themed commemorative exhibition, showcasing Mr. Guan Shanyue's works of art from various dynasties. Reproducing the difficult and arduous environment during the Anti Japanese War and the indomitable spirit of the Chinese people's resistance, it comprehensively demonstrates the social environment of China during this historical period and the determination of the Chinese people to bravely resist. Patriotic education for citizens is a powerful classroom. Don't forget history, we should strive for self-improvement! Cherish the hard won peaceful life and fulfill your duties in your work position.

What you want to say about this exhibition is that "The Flames Casting Bones" is a very meaningful exhibition.

Reason: These works collectively confirm the artistic motto of "pen and ink should follow the times", vividly depicting the heroic struggle with pen as a gun and the eternal praise of peaceful times in times of national crisis.

The work you appreciate: 'Cloud Dragon Lying on the Sea'

Reason: This scroll unfolds to depict the scenery of the the Xisha Islands. The work is rich in content and grand in picture, reflecting the scenery of the southern border of the motherland.

The work you appreciate: 'Viewing Waterfalls from Hukou'

Reason: Majestic and majestic! Make people feel like they are there. The magnificent scenery of Hukou Waterfall is displayed with thick ink and heavy colors. I miss some scenery from my memories.

The work you appreciate: Guan Shanyue's traditional Chinese painting of the Yellow River Hukou Waterfall

Reason: I have been to Hukou to experience the magnificence of natural landscapes, but as an artist, I cannot use artistic techniques to depict what I see. I am amazed by Guan Lao's brilliant brushwork, which has given me a feast for my eyes.

Many works depict the cruelty of war, awaken the audience's strength to strive for self-improvement, and symbolize the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation's resistance against Japan. Some works also contrast the spiritual outlook of professors, stonemasons, fishermen, and representatives of the people, and the Chinese people will no longer be bullied.

Red Cotton and White Dove "is a traditional Chinese painting created by Guan Shanyue, which is a representative work of her artistic creation on the theme of the War of Resistance Against Japan. The painting uses the images of cotton and white doves, and through the juxtaposition of iron bone and twisted branches of cotton and peaceful white doves, it showcases the historical changes from the hardships of the War of Resistance to the rebirth of the country. Kapok symbolizes beacon fire and suffering, while white dove represents peace and hope.

Guan Shanyue's artistic works not only showcase the profound changes of an era, but also ignite the spiritual flame of generations. And today, your pens are also dipped in the voice of the times, and you will surely write more magnificent stories of China...