An art exhibition depicting the life and work of Lin Fengmian, a Chinese painter and innovator in the area of Chinese art education, was staged in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, according to local media on July 21.

Lin is considered a pioneer of modern Chinese painting for blending Chinese and Western styles.

The exhibition will run from July 8 to 30.

Wang Zan, a top official from the China Academy of Art, addresses the opening ceremony of an art exhibition paying tribute to Lin Fengmian, a Chinese artist, on July 8. [Photo/internet]

Li Yingqi, a top official from the press, publication, radio, film and television bureau of Baotou, addresses the opening ceremony, July 8. [Photo/internet]