Why Chinese and US artists fall for intangible heritage

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In Jingdezhen, China's porcelain capital, American artist Michael May from Oklahoma City explores how 3D-printed ceramics can harmonize with traditional Chinese ceramic intangible cultural heritage techniques. He first combines traditional handcraft and 3D printing to shape a large vessel, then invites local ceramic artist Master Xie to paint it with traditional blue-and-white (qinghua) decoration. Finally, together they glaze and fire the piece in the kiln – creating a one-of-a-kind ceramic artwork where technology and tradition meet. As Michael says, like coffee and tea, different cultures and crafts each have their own charm. Only through firsthand practice and sincere exchange can we discover the unique beauty of different civilizations. Follow the camera to witness the complete birth of this extraordinary piece – from shaping and painting to glazing and firing. 00:00 Introduction: When 3D printing meets Jingdezhen porcelain 00:19 Michael May’s journey to China’s porcelain capi

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