How to Order a Custom Oil Painting in Shenzhen's Dafen Village

A step-by-step guide on getting your very own masterpiece.

by Bailey Hu, 21 March 2018

Documentary Profiles Shenzhen's Van Goghs

A fascinating look at Shenzhen's Dafen 'oil painting village,' known for mass producing classics for bargain prices.

by Bailey Hu, 24 February 2018

Man on the Street: Reproduction Painter

A peek into the Studio of Eternal Happiness.

by Adam Robbins, 18 January 2018

7 Bizarre GIFs of Famous Paintings Featuring Pandas

Famous old paintings with furry new faces.

by Jesse Pottinger, 20 July 2017

Where to Spend Mother's Day 2017 in Shenzhen

Where to spend some quality time with mom (or kids) this May 14.

by That's PRD, 10 May 2017

Daytripper: Dafen Oil Painting Village

​A woman's shouts and gunfire echo from an alleyway in Dafen Oil Painting Village. It's the third time I've visited, but every visit presents unique eccentricities.

by Sky Gidge, 12 September 2016

New Exhibition by Shenzhen Artists Opens in Hong Kong

The exhibition showcases the works of four unique artists ​all currently based in Shenzhen.

by Bailey Hu, 27 July 2016

Exhibition: Assembling Connects Shenzhen Artists in HK

From July 22 through August 21, Sin Sin Fine Art in Hong Kong will present the work of five expat and local artists from Shenzhen.

by Jocelyn Richards, 11 July 2016

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