The art of decorating gourds

(chinadaily.com.cn)| Updated : 2020-07-03

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Yan Zaoshan introduces the gourd pyrography handicraft at his studio on June 20 in Rizhao, Shandong province. Gourd pyrography is the art of decorating a gourd by burning a graphic design on the surface. [Photo/dzwww.com]

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Gourd pyrography handicrafts featuring historical figures, fairy tales, plants, animals and insects are presented at Yan Zaoshan's studio. [Photo/dzwww.com]

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Yan Zaoshan, a gourd pyrography craftsman, shows his award certificates. [Photo/dzwww.com]

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Yan Zaoshan shows his gourd pyrography handicrafts. [Photo/dzwww.com]

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Yan Zaoshan works on a gourd pyrography handicraft at his studio. [Photo/dzwww.com]

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Yan Zaoshan promotes his works via livestreaming. [Photo/dzwww.com]