If you just turn to your paper or television each day, there are thousands of stories that are much more shocking than the gallery artworks.

You see so many people doing quite nice and respectful work, but nobody like Warhol. Warhol is outstanding. I think he has a value that is far from fully understood. He's very special for younger generations.

This so-called fame or being better off doesn't really attract me at all.

The freedom of speech is an important yardstick for a society's level of civilization.

Historically, China is not a nation of sportsmen. We traditionally put more emphasis on being close to nature than pushing endlessly to excel. A philosophy that values tranquil contemplation of the landscape cannot easily be adapted to the Olympic slogan of 'higher, stronger, faster.'

Whenever there is injustice, there is tension. But in China it is very hard to release your anger unless you burn yourself or you jump from a bridge. In a society where there is no freedom of the press, it is difficult for victims to be noticed.

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