[Video/Shandian News]

Peonies in Heze, known as the "Peony Capital of China" and located in Shandong province, have gained much attention after an international peony tourism festival kicked off today. In addition, the 2025 Heze Peony International Communication Forum will be held alongside the Seminar on Yellow River Stories from April 9 to 10 in the city.

How do peonies come to be? In just six steps using traditional Chinese gongbi painting (a refined, realistic style)! From the exquisite brushstrokes that outline the petals to the layered craftsmanship of color application and shading, watch the video and see the magic unfold.