Lu Xinjian’s visual artistry uses megacities like Shanghai and Moscow as his canvas, a vision that has led to collaborations with top brands around the world. And his art stems from his childhood—growing up in China’s rural mountains, tending to livestock and playing in fields. Our Host James Chau meets with Xinjian to learn about his roots in China’s recent past, and how his story parallels the rise of China itself.
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