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DI: What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?

: Primitive art is the source of my creative inspiration. It is abstract and far from reality, yet closest to spirituality, intensely alive and bursting in all directions. Primitive art in some ways is closer to the essence of art, it emphasizes the integration of human, animals and nature. It seems to me, that primitive art has temperature, is perceptible, touchable and intimate. It possesses a wonderful expressive power and unspeakable spirituality.

DI: What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?

: I transform these original materials in hope that the viewers will have a new understanding of these ancient techniques, and awaken some of our earliest memories hidden deep within our hearts. Moreover, sharing these primitive skills with everyone is the happiness I am pursuing. I hope that the viewers will look for subconscious feelings and happiness in the works, and look for the various symbolic representations. Think about the relationship between human beings and nature, think about the connection between souls in the universe, awaken the power in peoples hearts and an endless affection throughout the world.

DI: What are your future plans for this award winning design?

: This award is very encouraging， it feels great to have my work recognized. In the future my plan is to participate in more exhibitions so that more people can understand my artistic style.

DI: How long did it take you to design this particular concept?

: A week's time.

DI: Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?

: This piece of jewelry was a collaboration between me and my wife. At the time she was pregnant with our first baby.

DI: Is your design being produced or used by another company, or do you plan to sell or lease the production rights or do you intent to produce your work yourself?

: The jewelry works I plan to use in exhibitions, though do not plan to sell them.

DI: What made you design this particular type of work?

: I am very happy creating such works of art, I feel it can bring great spiritual enjoyment and pleasure to the viewer.

DI: Where there any other designs and/or designers that helped the influence the design of your work?

: I have been greatly influenced by Chinese prehistoric sculptures and sculptor Henry Moore.

DI: Who is the target customer for his design?

: Those who like nature.

DI: What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?

: There were no detailed plans and design drafts at the beginning, they take shape as I am creating each piece.

DI: Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?

: Jewelry grinding and polishing tools.

DI: What is the most unique aspect of your design?

: Let the viewer discover the original beauty of the material and let the numerous materials blend into one.

DI: Who did you collaborate with for this design? Did you work with people with technical / specialized skills?

: Working with my lover.

DI: What is the role of technology in this particular design?

: Unique craftsmanship

DI: Is your design influenced by data or analytical research in any way? What kind of research did you conduct for making this design?

: No data analysis at all

DI: What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?

: The the main body of the work was roughly designed. Since it’s an abstract work of art, I had to look for feelings and a way to bring it to life throughout the process.There are many risks and uncertainties throughout the creative process.

DI: What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?

: In the process of making jewelry I must respect various aspects of nature. Most of my inspiration and techniques come from the observation of nature, such as the human body, animal bones, big trees, mountains and so on.