Snake-themed cultural products have become a hit among Chinese residents as the Year of the Snake is approaching.
This year's Spring Festival falls on January 29, kicking off the Year of the Snake.
Cultural products featuring this year's zodiac animal have gained popularity among the consumers, with artists across China presenting delicate designs with best wishes.
It is also the chance for Chinese artists and designers to dive into the rich traditional culture of China, according to Zhang Wang, a designer of snake-themed commemorative postage stamps and other products released ahead of the Spring Festival.
"Art comes from life. The design for the snake comes from a pottery dish dating back to China's Taosi culture, only that I changed the color from red to white. The plate features two white snakes with a lotus flower in the center, which can remind us of the legend of the White Snake. From my understanding, the so-called inspiration is accumulated in daily life. When it comes to design, I just need to strike a chord with a burst of emotions encountered in the past and magnify it," said Zhang.
"We need to focus our mind on designing cultural products, instead of making quick money with homogeneous products," said Zhang.
Snake-themed cultural products become hit as Spring Festival approaches
