Taiwan Crafts House - Ke Jin-zhong (Shengxing West Buddhist Kingdom)

Artisan: Ke Jin-zhong, born in 1965, began learning the art of Zhaofo (sculpting and adorning Buddhist and deity statues) in 1977 and has been creating for over forty years to date. Specializations: Traditional figures, sculpting of Buddhist and deity statues, lacquer thread carving, painting, and more. Creative Direction: He creates using wood carving embellished with lacquer threads, bringing innovative methods and heritage to traditional craftsmanship. Creative Philosophy: In traditional craft creation, the carving of statues, whether it involves precise knife work or delicate carving, can be completed seamlessly and effortlessly as desired. And in innovative craftsmanship, he is even more unique, adorning the inherent beauty of natural wood with delicate lacquer threads, gold gilding, painting, and gemstone inlay. This allows Buddhist and deity statues to simultaneously convey solemn dignity and noble splendor, thereby showcasing the creator's exceptional ingenuity and skill. Inheritance, learning, and recreation are the core spirit of his work. He innovatively interprets the traditional Zhaofo sculpting process, not only preserving and passing down traditional techniques but also actively researching and learning, developing new impetus and creativity, giving traditional craftsmanship new life, and ensuring its continuous perpetuation.