Central to the essence of "Tao" are the principles of "following nature" and "the unity of heaven and man.” The artist's enduring aspiration has been to seek an avenue of "escape" and cultivate a utopian realm within their psyche.
In the broader context of contemporary Chinese society, this artistic endeavor assumes a role of countering the forces of control and constraint exerted upon its denizens, enabling audiences to liberate themselves from the grasp of powerful totalitarianism and embark on a journey of self-discovery and comprehension.