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Poetry meets painting: Into the mind of Chinese illustrator Yao Li
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Beijing-based Yao Li is known for her widely published illustrations featuring elements from classical Chinese literature and mythology. "Ci Pai Beauty" series is the artist's most well-known work, inspired by an ancient lyrical form in classical Chinese poetry, known as Ci Pai. Each lyrical form derives its name from the title of a melody which it was sung to. Let's find out how she creates her masterpieces.

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