Chinese political dissident and artist Ai Weiwei has published a new book called "1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows." He took the time to discuss with The World's Carol Hills what it was like growing up as the son of a dissident poet.
Some of the finest porcelain in the world is made in Jingdezhen, China. There are so many kilns in this city that it's been described as a "city on fire." From craft stores to museums and auction houses, Jingdezhen-ware can be found around the world.
Two days ago, outspoken Chinese artist Ai Weiwei launched weiweicam.com, a website where you could watch a live stream of the artist going about his daily activities at home. The authorities objected however, and the Weiwei cams are now off.
Chinese authorities have served Ai Weiwei with an official demand telling him to pay 15m yuan ($2.3m) within 15 days, the artist has said.
"Art Review" journal has named Chinese artist Ai Weiwei the most powerful person in the art world. Ai's detainment by Chinese officials this past spring brought an international outcry for his release.
As the local art museum plans to showcase Chinese art, some suggest bringing attention to the imprisonment of Ai Weiwei.
Anchor Marco Werman talks with Lee Ambrozy about Chinese artist and dissident Ai Weiwei. Ambrozy has just translated and published a book on Weiwei's controversial blogs.
Last week, he was detained by authorities, accused of "economic crimes"; his whereabouts are unknown. One of his protégés was arrested and sentenced to two years hard labor for attending a pro-democracy rally.