About Master Ni Meiying
倪梅英 | Ni Meiying
Born in 1978, Shuiji Town, Jianyang District, Nanping City, Fujian Province
Master Ni Meiying is a highly regarded Jianzhan ceramic artist rooted in the historical birthplace of Song Dynasty black porcelain. With decades of experience and a strong dedication to her craft, she has become a key figure in the preservation and innovation of Jianzhan techniques.
Credentials & Titles
- Senior (First-Class) Ceramic Craftsman
- Second-Class Technician of Light Industry Ceramics
- Senior Tea Artist, Tea Evaluator, and Song-style Tea Ceremony Reenactor
- Mid-Level Fine Arts Master, Nanping City
- Recognized Folk Artist of Nanping
Affiliations
- Director, Jian Zhan Committee of the Fujian Intangible Cultural Heritage Association
- Director, Song-Style Tea Association of Jianyang District, Nanping
- Member, Fujian Ceramic Industry Association
- Member, Nanping Arts and Crafts Association
- Member, Jianyang Jian Zhan Association
- Council Member, Fujian Gift Industry Chamber of Commerce
Artistic Contributions & Exhibitions
Master Ni’s works have been featured in major collections, including:
- China Tea Ware Museum
- Fujian Provincial Museum
- Jianyang Cultural Center
- The Ming and Qing Teahouse (Beijing)
- Taiping Teahouse (Beijing)
- National Museum of China
She has contributed academic articles on kiln and glaze techniques, and actively participates in national exhibitions and cultural events. In 2020, she also engaged in charitable work, donating pieces to support social initiatives.
Representative Works
Her signature creations include oil-spot and tenmoku-glazed tea bowls, usually crafted in the traditional 12.5 cm size. These pieces are admired for their precision, harmony, and reflection of ancient ceramic aesthetics.
Honors & Recognition
- “Outstanding Jianzhan Artist” Award
- “Most Beautiful Jian Ware” Title
- Recognized as a “Love Ambassador” by public platforms for charitable contributions
Master Ni Meiying continues to create with purpose and precision, bridging historical tradition with modern expression in the world of Jian ware.
