Lu Haolun, a folk craftsman in Chengyang district of Qingdao, Shandong province, presents pyrography gourds created by himself. Gourd pyrography is an art of decorating the gourd by searing a graphic design on the surface with heated tools. [Photo/IC]

Gourd pyrography handicrafts featuring historical figures, fairy tales, plants, animals and insects are showcased at the workshop of Lu Haolun in Chengyang district, Qingdao. [Photo/IC]

Lu Haolun presents a pyrography gourd depicting the unconquerable spirit, strength and passion of soldiers. [Photo/IC]

Peking Opera facial expressions are featured in Lu Haolun's works. [Photo/IC]

Lu Haolun has created a number of pyrography gourds to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. [Photo/IC]