Artist Introduction

Unique ceramic textures convey the beauty of myriad hues, luster, and crimson glazes.

Brushstrokes reminiscent of ink wash painting.

Wu LIU, who learned traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy in his youth, entered the ceramics industry in Beitou in 1978 and has since been tirelessly creating. His works span various themes and forms, including tea sets, tableware, garden wall decorations, temple reliefs, Celadon pottery, and custom-made products. Among these, his indigo blue matte and polished gold creations are particularly renowned.

In recent years, he has skillfully simulated everyday items such as clothing and shoes using ceramics, achieving an astonishing level of realism.

His ink wash-inspired artworks have won numerous awards both domestically and internationally. He has been invited to exhibit in Germany, South Korea, Thailand, Hong Kong, and China, and has been recognized by Taiwan's Cultural Affairs Bureau as a top craftsman.

Career

• Born in Taipei in 1959
• Graduated from Tai Bei North High School in 1978
• Entered the ceramics industry (underglaze painting) in the Beitou area in 1978
• Studied under teachers including Mou Chung-song for ink wash, Zhu Xiang for calligraphy, Chen Qing-hao for sketching, and Jin Zhe-fu for watercolors in 1972. Subsequently studied under Ma Shou-hua, Huang Jun-bi, Deng Xue-feng, Liang Dan-mei, and Wang Nan-xiong.
• Design Director at "Pao Hsiang Arts & Crafts (Factory) Co., Ltd." for 13 years starting in 1985. Currently serves as the head of "Pao Hsiang Ceramic Art Workshop" and Chairman of the Taiwan Craft Development Association. Main creations include combinations of matte and glossy glazes with painted gold, underglaze painted gold, ceramic design and sculpture, Celadon, temple reliefs, and Jiaozi pottery.

Awards

Various awards since 1998, including the Handicraft Research Institute's "New Ceramic Product Design," Ceramic Golden Oriole Award, Taiwan Ceramic Golden Quality Award, Taipei Pottery Art Award, and many others.

Exhibitions

Participated in numerous exhibitions since 2006, including the Handicraft Research Institute's "Craft Five Elements Life Special Exhibition," "Craft Zero Distance - Life Craft Application Special Exhibition" at the Executive Yuan Art Gallery in 2007, and the Taiwan Ceramics Museum's "Irregular Ceramic Media Invitation Exhibition," among others.

This translation captures the essence of Wu LIU's artistic journey, highlighting his achievements, creative scope, and international recognition.