The Man Who Paints With Explosives - The Art of Cai Guo-Qiang

Few contemporary artists command attention like Cai Guo-Qiang, who paints with explosives. He now showcases his gunpowder art on some of the biggest canvases possible, including the Beijing Olympics.
Supported by the East West Bank, this series “Stories on Canvas” features explainers that shine a light on Asian and Asian American artists, delving deep into some of their most significant works to their creative inspirations. Follow us @radii_media to discover more about the Asian art scene.
Unless otherwise noted, all photos and videos are reproduced courtesy of Cai Studio.