Lu Peng, Greetings! Your letter and words brought me back to beautiful Sanya. As you mentioned, our gathering was most restful. I live in plateau area without a glimpse of sea, so the trip to Sanya left me deep and wonderful memories: the moist air, the soft sunshine, the transparent greenish-blue sea and the beach with our footprints ... Of course we also had academic activities. With the publishing of the first book in 20th century Chinese art history, a group of artists who have contributed positively to Chinese contemporary art had the chance to get together. We reviewed history, looked forward to the future, and painted free and relaxed with brushes under a harmonious and pleasant atmosphere. Having heard that these spontaneous works will be consigned to a renowned auction house in Asia, with the income being used to support AAA and your own teaching, I am indeed very happy! I think this is most meaningful and am honored that my work can contribute to your cause! Meanwhile, say Hello to Sanya! Have a nice summer, Da Mao (Mao Xuhui)

Work in brush and ink on xuan paper (70x140)