"I believe that every individual has the right to be free, to think freely, to express themselves freely, without fear of reprisal."

"I think the internet is the only public space where people can truly express themselves in China."

"I think my work is always about human dignity, about human values."

"My art is not about politics. My art is about life, about human rights, about freedom."

"I'm not interested in art that is just for art's sake. I'm interested in art that has a social impact, that can change society."