“Light of Hope,” made from wool, by Gou Qingwei, explores Chinese-style family relationships. Starting from May 1, the 2023 China Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) postgraduate exhibition concluded in Beijing on Monday. It showcased over 3,000 works of art in areas including painting, sculpture, digital art, design and architecture. Photo: VCG

Visitors view a piece named “ON,” which is made of crystal beads and stainless steel wires by Cai Yaling, on May 6. Photo: VCG

A visitor photographs a clay sculpture by Zhu Kelong on May 10. Photo: VCG

A visitor checks out a work of art on May 10. A total of 490 students including 54 doctoral students and 436 master’s degree students participated in the exhibition. Photo: VCG

A woman looks at a painting named “Liliannna.” Created by Zhang Fengyi, the piece measures 2.6 meters wide and 1.8 meters tall. Photo: VDG

A series of sculptures made of bronze, stainless steel, aluminum and other materials by Zhao Xuge sit on display on May 9. Photo: Yin Dongxun/Xinhua

Visitors take photos at the exhibition on May 6. Photo: IC Photo

Visitors stroll around at the exhibition on May 6. CAFA’s undergraduate graduation exhibition will open on Saturday. Photo: VCG