This issue looks at how designers are recognising that blending local elements with international contexts can yield works that resonate with contemporary sensibilities.
Inside - the directors of several influential Chinese festivals share their experiences organising these events, there is a look at the revival of Chinese folk arts in design, including the art of paper cutting.
Elsewhere: illustrators - both international artists living in China and Chinese artists working abroad - talk about cultural perception, similarities and differences, and there is a 50+ page showcase of the best folk-influenced art.
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BranD is an international bi-monthly magazine, focusing on Brand Design and Branding published in Hong Kong by Sendpoints.
