Jin Hongyang (金宏杨)

Jin Hongyang is a new-generation Longquan celadon artist and inheritor of the Jin Pin Kiln tradition. Born in the 2000s, she grew up in the historic kiln town of Baoping, surrounded by the rich cultural heritage of Longquan celadon. Today, she is the manager of Longquan Mingyuan Ceramics Co., Ltd. and a key figure in continuing her family’s ceramic legacy.

Early Life and Training

From a young age, Jin Hongyang was immersed in the world of celadon. She learned traditional dyeing and firing techniques from the Longquan masters around her, including her grandfather, the late Jin Pin, a renowned folk kiln technique inheritor. Over more than seven years of dedicated study, she mastered traditional kiln methods and refined her skills in product design, blending historical craftsmanship with a modern Chinese aesthetic.

Artistic Style

Her work reflects a fusion of classical Longquan celadon techniques and contemporary design principles. By integrating ancient firing traditions with modern artistic sensibilities, she creates pieces that are both culturally rooted and visually fresh. Her celadon works have been widely praised for their elegance and craftsmanship, gaining popularity among collectors in China and abroad.

Achievements and Recognition

  • 2022 – Bronze Award at the 12th China Ceramic Art Exhibition for Wuchen.
  • 2022 – Summer Lotus exhibited in the global Longquan Celadon “巡礼” (Pilgrimage) tour, including Europe.
  • 2023 – Summer Lotus collected by the Chinese Cultural Center in Cyprus.
  • 2023 – Named Longquan City Youth Talent Ambassador and Zhejiang Province Outstanding Graduate.
  • 2023 – Bronze Award at the 4th China Celadon Conference for Plum Shadow.
  • 2024 – Named one of Longquan’s Top Ten New Farmers.
  • 2024 – Silver Award at the China Boutique Expo for 盛世龙腾.
  • 2024 – Gold Award from the China Arts and Crafts Association for 贺岁·龙.
  • 2024 – National-level Gold Award at the International University Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition.
  • 2024 – Vision presented as a gift to an ophthalmologist in Kazakhstan.
  • Featured multiple times in CCTV and major media outlets.

Legacy and Vision

As the face of the Jin Pin Kiln’s new era, Jin Hongyang is committed to showcasing the depth of Oriental aesthetics through the world-famous Longquan celadon. She aims to preserve, assist rural development, and innovate, ensuring that this centuries-old craft continues to thrive for future generations. Her work not only honors her family’s heritage but also brings Longquan celadon to new audiences worldwide.