At the end of the exhibition, Jones watched with gratitude as his works were eagerly collected by various families.
He knew that these works would be passed down through generations in his family and become an important part of the family culture.
Each of his works carries his heart and soul, like his children.
He was grateful to these families for appreciating and cherishing his work, and hoped that his art could continue to be passed down in the families and be praised by future generations.
Back at Song Ziqing's villa on the hillside that evening, Jones excitedly checked his day's earnings and discovered that his works were selling for a higher average price in Hong Kong than in Europe, making him even more fond of Hong Kong.
He felt this place was his lucky place. Not only did he receive his first apprentice here, but it also elevated his work to a new level, making him famous not only in Europe but also among many wealthy people in Asia.
Jones decided to stay in Hong Kong for another two years, which coincided with Song Ziqing's two more years of study at Hong Kong University.
He wants to continue pursuing his artistic dreams in this vibrant city.
Soon after, thanks to his talent and hard work, he gradually made a name for himself in Hong Kong's art scene.
His solo exhibitions were held one after another, and he received invitations from various art events.
His apprentice, Song Ziqing, has created works with a unique style by blending Eastern and Western styles. His works are like a blooming flower, exuding a charming fragrance and attracting everyone's attention.
Song Ziqing's unique painting style cleverly blends the essence of Eastern and Western cultures, flowing like a clear spring in people's hearts and deeply loved by everyone.
Jones and Song Ziqing's relationship also grew closer. The two often met to discuss the mysteries of art and inspire each other's creative ideas.
Under Song Ziqing's influence, Jones developed a strong interest in traditional Chinese painting. He seemed to have discovered a new world in the field, full of novelty and longing.
So he devoutly followed Song Ziqing to learn traditional Chinese painting, and every stroke of his brush reflected his love for art and his respect for Song Ziqing.
Song Ziqing also shared her skills and insights without reservation. She saw Jones's potential in the field of traditional Chinese painting and was filled with joy and satisfaction.
And so they became each other's master and apprentice, a special relationship that is both wonderful and touching.
Lin Chengyu has great respect for this teacher and student pair, and he is moved by their dedication to art and their sincerity towards each other.
They were not bound by worldly views, but pursued the true meaning of art with a pure heart.
In them, Lin Chengyu saw the power of art and the beauty of humanity.
After a busy day at work, Lin Chengyu returned to his luxurious villa located halfway up the mountain, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun.
As soon as I stepped into the courtyard, I heard a hearty laugh—it was Jones's voice: "Song, come and take a look! How's my painting? Something feels a little off!"
As the two approached, they saw Jones standing in front of the stone table, looking at Song Ziqing with anticipation.
Song Ziqing examined the painting before him, and after a moment of silence, said, "The biggest problem with your work is that it only has the form, but lacks the inner spirit."
This concise and precise assessment was like a beacon, instantly illuminating the doubts in Jones's mind.
However, despite understanding the problem, Jones still felt helpless.
For these oil painters, whether they pursue a realistic style or an abstract style, there are certain differences from the artistic conception emphasized in traditional painting.
In this field dominated by Western art, it is no easy task to truly understand and grasp that ethereal and ineffable charm.
But it is precisely this pursuit of spiritual essence that enables outstanding Eastern artworks to stand out and become timeless masterpieces.
At this moment, Jones, though he understood the principle, encountered difficulties in putting it into practice.
He couldn't help but fall into deep thought, pondering how to bridge this gap and elevate his work to a higher level.
Seeing that the two couldn't find a solution, Lin Chengyu quickly reminded them, "Two great painters, from an artistic perspective, improving artistic skills isn't something that can be achieved overnight. From a practical perspective, it's already dinner time. Why don't we take care of dinner first?"
Song Ziqing quickly agreed, "Honey, when did you get back? Neither of us noticed you."
As soon as she finished speaking, she quickly went up and hugged him, then smiled and kissed him on the cheek in a comforting gesture.
She knew very well that her husband was very petty and couldn't stand her ignoring his existence because of other people.
Lin Chengyu received a warm hug and kiss from his wife, which calmed his restless heart. The dimples on his cheeks appeared faintly in front of them.
Lin Chengyu's dimples are very shallow, and people who are not familiar with him will not notice them at all.
Only those close to him know that this aloof man actually has sweet dimples on his face, and his two children have inherited them, with even more pronounced dimples on their faces. Whenever they smile, the two little babies are incredibly sweet to look at.
Seeing that the master and apprentice were still packing up their art supplies, Lin Chengyu didn't help them. He simply picked up his briefcase and returned to the living room, where he saw that his children had already woken up and were being played with by Zhang Lihua, while two nannies were helping them drink milk.
Both babies are well-behaved and don't pick at their food. They were happily drinking from their bottles with the help of the nanny.
When she saw that familiar figure—Lin Chengyu—crouch down to their eye level, Xiaoyuyu's face immediately lit up with a bright smile. Without hesitation, she pushed the milk bottle forward and made excited noises, "Ahhh..." as if she were saying to her father, "Daddy, try some milk!"
However, Chengcheng's reaction was completely different. He hugged the bottle tightly, as if afraid that his father would take it away.
Judging from his tense expression, the little guy was clearly worried that his father would come and take away his food.
Upon seeing this, Lin Chengyu couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Hey, you little rascal, don't be so stingy! Daddy won't take it from you! Our little Yuyu is the most well-behaved and sensible, she knows how to share delicious food with Daddy!"
Lin Chengyu praised his daughter with great joy, and then gently kissed her rosy cheek.
Now, Song Xincheng, who was standing to the side, was unhappy.
He opened his mouth wide and howled loudly, as if protesting, "What about me? What about me? I want a kiss too!" His appearance was hilarious.
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