Category: People

Beyond the Surface: A Classical Chinese Dancer’s Quest for True Artistry

It was the end of another busy day of rehearsals, and dancers poured out of the practice rooms. Only Jason Pan remained behind. Taking a deep breath to center his mind, Pan began to move. Strength flowed through his limbs and to the tip of his sword as he brought to life the story of Li Bai, …

An Artistic Mission

Growing up in Salzburg, Austria, Johanna Schwaiger was constantly surrounded by beautiful art—from the city’s Baroque architecture to majestic fountains and public gardens. “I always thought the masters of these works were of a distant past, … had magical skills, and I thought if I could only learn a little bit of what they knew, I would be so happy,” she said.

A Young Master Violin Craftsman
Restoring Precious Voices From the Past

A centuries-old violin crafted by Antonio Stradivari and a teenager from Taiwan met in New York City, and a dream was born. Held in the balance were living pieces of a profound historical legacy: the world’s finest antique violins, whose magic could be stripped away by one wrong move from a restorer.

Every Bride a Queen: Couture Bridal Gowns by Chelsea Liu

In New York City, a bespoke wedding dress designer is overseeing the final pearls being hand-stitched onto a gown fit for royalty. Chelsea Liu established her couture label in 2014 and has been making dreams come true for brides around the world with her legendary, detail-filled creations.

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