Qifeng Kiln Introduction
Qifeng Kiln is located on a small hill in Xinshe and was established in 1993. It is undoubtedly one of the old brands in Xinshe. Qifeng Kiln is a large kiln factory with business operations that include body production, glazes, kiln firing, and teaching activities. Its main focus is on ceramic engraving. In 1995, Zhang Lifu founded the Taiwan Ceramic Engraving Association and served as its founding chairman, establishing the association here to bring together many artists, promote art, nurture a new generation of artistic creators, and integrate art into life. Various cultural and artistic activities have been held in central Taiwan, and exhibitions are regularly held at the cultural center. Many people wonder about the story behind the name "Qifeng Kiln." The name comes from the idea that it's hard to attain perfection; thus, one should pursue seven parts enjoyment and three parts drunkenness, reflecting our attitude towards life: "Why not be three parts drunken in life? Understand the world deeply and enjoy it." Zhang Lifu's calligraphy "Drunken Immortal" has touched many people, and we manage the place with the mindset of pursuing seven parts while serving guests with eight parts. Zhang Lifu and his wife Li Chunmei are passionate about ceramic art and dabble in various artistic fields, such as oil painting, traditional Chinese painting, calligraphy, and decorative painting. Teaching and promoting art is also the focus of their lives. At Qifeng Kiln, you can appreciate ceramics and also try your hand at making pottery, with over 200 pings of ceramic creation exhibition area, more than 400 pings of pottery classroom activity area, and over a thousand pings of leisure activity zone, providing a spacious environment that allows people to distance themselves from disturbances and feel at ease. The Zhang Lifu Art Museum regularly exhibits works by local calligraphers and painters. After experiencing a rebuilding process following the 921 Earthquake, the couple persevered with strong convictions, spending a year and a half reconstructing and enhancing its unique characteristics. In addition to the original facilities, they have also built a herb garden and a plant teaching area. The combination of ceramic art with meticulously planned landscape designs makes their dedication and seriousness truly moving.
