I am very much interested in the so-called useless object. I mean, it takes perfect craftsmanship, beautiful material carefully measured and crafted, but at the same time it’s really useless.

If artists cannot speak up for human dignity or rights, then who else will do it?

The practice of photography is no longer a means for recording reality. Instead, it has become reality itself

The tragic reality of today is reflected in the true plight of our spiritual existence. We are spineless and cannot stand straight.

The Internet changes the structure of society all the time — this massiveness made of individuals.

I curated this show [Shanghai Biennale ], I was by no means trying to shock people or be controversial.

Art is always about overcoming obstacles between the inner condition and the skill for expression.