Du'an hosts calligraphy, painting, photography exhibition

A calligraphy, painting, and photography exhibition was held in the Da'an Yao autonomous county to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the autonomous county's establishment On Dec 15.

The photographic works demonstrate a strong documentary power, capturing scenes ranging from rugged mountain paths to high-speed trains, and from humble dwellings to tidy towns. [Photo/Hechi Daily] 

Through calligraphy, paintings, and photography, the exhibition vividly documented the development and transformation of the hometown, serving as an important platform to showcase the county's achievements and foster cultural confidence.

The exhibition received an enthusiastic response from art enthusiasts both within and outside the region. Over 500 works across three categories – calligraphy, fine arts, and photography – were submitted, with more than 200 outstanding pieces selected for display.

The fine art pieces, crafted in diverse forms such as oil painting, watercolor, and traditional Chinese painting, depict the rippling blue waves of the Hongshui River, the layered peaks of Shishan village, and curling smoke from Yao ethnic villages. [Photo/Hechi Daily]

These works presented the profound changes in Du'an's economy, society, and urban and rural landscapes over the past seventy years from diverse perspectives, attracting the interest of many residents and tourists.

In one corner of the exhibition hall, 77-year-old Pan Ailian from Gaoling town in Du'an stood for a long time in front of a photography work titled A Boundless Road to Happiness.

The image of a wide, smooth road and orderly houses filled her with deep emotion. Pointing to one of the houses in the photo, she smiled and told the reporter, "Look, this is my home!"

Many citizens and tourists stopped to admire the works. [Photo/Hechi Daily]