Wang Xinyi works as a teacher at the School of Art of Minnan Normal University. She serves as the Director of the Teaching and Research Section of the Public Art Major. She is a member of the Fujian Artists Association and the Deputy Secretary-General of the Zhangzhou Youth Artists Association. She has participated in many national, provincial, and municipal exhibitions.

In the contemporary ceramic creation, Surging Waves created by Wang Xinyi is like a star shining brightly in the blended space of tradition and modernity. With its exquisitely subtle artistic language, this work transcends the boundaries of the medium. It not only constructs a unique visual narrative about the form and spirit of water but also subtly reflects the creator's profound philosophical thoughts on nature, craftsmanship, and existence. It brings the viewers an immersive aesthetic experience that transcends both the senses and intellect.

1.Spiritual Connection and Wonderful Conformity: An Analysis of the Formal Aesthetics of the Work

(1) Modeling: A Solid Poem of the Rhythm of Water

The Surging Waves is shaped like a frozen musical movement of water, agile yet orderly. Relying on her keen observation of natural water and outstanding shaping techniques, Wang Xinyi has solidified the ever-changing nature of water onto the porcelain. The overall work presents the form of surging waves. The stacked waves are outlined with smooth and rhythmic lines. It seems that one can hear the howling and surging of water during the ups and downs. The radian and height of each wave have been meticulously carved. Some are like towering peaks, demonstrating a majestic momentum. Some are like gentle currents on a shallow beach, exuding a tranquil beauty. The edge treatment of each wave is delicate without losing its strength. It not only captures the moist texture of water but also endows it with a solid contour like that of a sculpture, making the viewers seem to stand by the natural water area and witness its agility and tenacity.

(2) Craftsmanship: The Alchemy of Fire and Clay

From the perspective of craftsmanship, the work can be regarded as a masterpiece of the alchemy of fire and clay. Wang Xinyi demonstrates a consummate mastery of the porcelain in the shaping stage. Every detail reveals her precise control over the spatial form and her profound manual skills. The firing process, however, is the stroke of genius in the entire creative process. Through the delicate adjustment of the firing temperature and the atmosphere in the kiln, the porcelain undergoes a miraculous transformation. The colors blend naturally in the high-temperature environment of the kiln, creating a unique kiln transformation effect. The color transition is smooth and natural. Every change is a perfect combination of the creation of nature and human ingenuity, fully demonstrating the unique charm and unlimited possibilities of this ancient ceramic art.

2.Reflection and Enlightenment: The Value and Inspiration of the Work

(1)Nature as the Teacher: Tracing the Source of Inspiration for Artistic Creation

The creation of Surging Waves profoundly demonstrates the eternal truth that nature serves as an inexhaustible source of artistic creation. Water, the most agile and ever-changing element in nature, provides creators with a treasure trove of endless inspiration. Wang Xinyi has internalized its form and spirit in her heart and externalized them into porcelain art through her meticulous observation and understanding of water, making the work a vivid annotation of the spirit of nature. This enlightens us that artists can discover the extraordinary in the ordinary, capture the eternal in an instant and infuse artistic creation with vivid vitality and soul only when they immerse themselves in nature with a humble heart and listen attentively to the whispers of nature.

(2)Tradition and Innovation: The Dual Driving Forces for Artistic Development

Craftsmanship of traditional ceramic art and modern aesthetic concepts have been perfectly integrated in Surging Waves. Based on inheriting the ancient techniques of ceramic art, the creator has boldly broken free from the constraints of traditional paradigms and incorporated innovative concepts and expressive techniques of modern art into it. The work not only retains the historical heritage of ceramic art but also presents a distinct flavor of the times from traditional shaping and firing techniques to innovative modern color matching. This undoubtedly provides valuable inspiration for contemporary artistic creation. Tradition is the root of art while innovation is the soul. Only in the dialectical unity of tradition and innovation can art move forward in the torrent of the times and constantly expand its boundaries and connotations.

(3)Deep Expression of Meaning: The Spiritual Dimension of Art

Surging Waves is by no means a simple depiction of natural objects. Instead, the creator uses the form of water to convey profound philosophical thoughts about nature, life, and the universe. Water symbolizes the Taoist wisdom that the weak can overcome the strong and water is all-inclusive in Chinese traditional culture. The work evokes the viewers' awe of the power of nature and contemplation of the impermanence of life through the artistic interpretation of water. This reminds us that excellent works of art should go beyond the surface of form with their profound ideological connotations as the core, becoming a spiritual bond connecting the creator and the viewers, triggering emotional resonance and intellectual enlightenment that transcend time and space and making art truly a nourishing source for the human spiritual world.

Ceramic work Surging Waves created by Wang Xinyi has set an outstanding example for contemporary ceramic art with its exquisite craftsmanship, profound connotations and unique aesthetic value. It is not only a wonderful exploration of the formal beauty of ceramic art but also a profound inquiry and answer to the essence of artistic creation, the paths of inheritance and development as well as the spiritual value. In the long history of art, the work will continuously inspire those who follow to keep exploring, innovating, and moving forward on the artistic path with its unique charm.