Known as China's 'porcelain capital' for centuries, Jingdezhen is now buzzing with fresh energy as young artists and entrepreneurs flock to this historic hub. With government-backed upgrades to old factories and a thriving creative scene, the city is blending tradition with innovation like never before. 🌟
From Small Studios to Modern Workshops
Take Sun Qiang, a ceramist from Shanxi Province, who started his journey a decade ago in a cramped studio. Today, his workspace spans 500 square meters—a testament to Jingdezhen's evolving opportunities. 'The city’s transformation gave us room to grow,' Sun says, crediting local policies that repurposed aging industrial spaces into vibrant artistic hubs.
Young creatives are drawn to Jingdezhen’s unique mix of heritage and modernity, where centuries-old kilns coexist with cutting-edge design studios. 🏺💡 The shift isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s fueling a new economy rooted in craftsmanship and tech-savvy entrepreneurship.
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China's 'porcelain capital' reinvents itself, attracts young artists
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