With the assistance from the township chief, we had an exclusive interview with Master A-fa, a master of skillful statue carving, and found out that Master A-fa, who has a grandson about the same age as us, looks very young and full of vitality. The amiable Master A-fa greeted us warmly. When he talked about his beloved statue sprucing craft, he was even more excited and happy. He was eager to pass on such precious traditional craftsmanship to more people. I believe it is this passion for the traditional craft of statue sprucing that makes Master A-fa’s works shine with charming brilliance and enables us to witness the master’s style and magnanimity!
The style and magnanimity of a master who focuses on his work were particularly enchanting
A Childhood Immersed in Craftsmanship
Apprenticeship to Learn the Craft
Becoming a Master After Seven Years of Apprenticeship
Difficulties and Challenges in Starting a Business
The posture and facial expression of the statue
Master A-fa statue sprucing Video
Preparations before the Interview
Go to Nanyao Temple for on-site video shooting
A Visit to Master A-fa’s Buddhist paraphernalia shop
Lacquer thread carving experience
Sweetness and bitterness experienced in statue sprucing
Questionnaire statistical analysis