"The Story of Ink and Water" by Chun Zhang follows the journey of two artists, Mei and Wei, whose lives intertwine through their shared passion for traditional Chinese art. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, they explore the delicate balance between preserving cultural heritage and embracing modernity. As they confront personal and societal challenges, their relationship deepens, revealing the complexities of love, ambition, and the quest for identity. Through vivid imagery and poetic prose, the novel celebrates the beauty of artistic expression and the enduring power of connection amidst the ebb and flow of life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2018 by Balestier Press .

Liang Peilong is listed as one of China's top ten outstanding painters in children's art. He is the artist-in-residence at the Guangzhou Institute of Fine Arts and a committee member of the Guangdong Branch of the Chinese Artists Association. Peilong specializes in ink-and-wash paintings, and is known for his depiction of children and animals. His award-winning artwork has been exhibited all over the world. Xiao Mao has been engaged in the creative work of children's literature for many years. He has won two of the four most prestigious children's literature awards in China: Song Qingling Children's Literature Award and Chen Bochui International Children's Literature Award.