I think by shattering it we can create a new form, a new way to look at what is valuable — how we decide what is valuable.

I call on people to be 'obsessed citizens,' forever questioning and asking for accountability. That's the only chance we have today of a healthy and happy life.

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.

I don't think it's worth discussing new directions in the context of Chinese art - there were no old directions, either. Chinese art has never had any clear orientation.

My angst and my insecurity reflect the state's angst and insecurity. The state is scared too.

I always want to design a frame that’s open to everyone. I don’t see art as a secret code.

Because Chinese art is booming, it legitimizes this profession.