Overturning police cars is a super-intense workout. It’s probably the only sport I enjoy.

[Being unique] gives so much privilege to people who can make it, rather than having some moral and aesthetic discussions.

To call yourself a Chinese artist or woman artist or African artist reflects a certain kind of condition. To me, that is not necessary.

During the days in detention, I thought most about the moon.

To survive, China had to open up to the West. It could not survive otherwise. This was after many millions have died of hunger in a country that was like North Korea is today. Once we became part of global competition, we had to agree to some rules. It's painful, but we had to. Otherwise there was no way to survive.

The fantasy we had with pearls was always so luxurious and unique with a kind of rareness.

I have to find a place for my own. I have to search for my own happiness.