Yu Rong, a famous artist, thinks of a new way to introduce ancient story of Hua Mulan in her picture book. In the book, I Am Hua Mulan, she tells the story by (combine) paper-cutting with international artistic styles. She places Shaanxi paper-cuts over western-style pencil sketches (素描) (create) a typical presentation of Chinese elements, which turns out to be a (success) and impressive breakthrough.
Hua Mulan, story has been told by generations in China, was a fighter from the Northern Wei Dynasty(386 -534). As a devoted daughter, she dressed herself as a man to serve in the army place of her father. Mulan's characteristics, such as courage, kindness and a disinterested attitude toward fame and fortune, made (she) one of the most respected historical Chinese heroines. Mulan's story has been adapted (frequent) in modern media. For example, in 1998, Disney produced a film named Mulan, which (consider) a great success by critics and the public.
To better tell the story, Yu Rong draws inspiration from her several (visit) to sites of ancient battles and Henan Opera. After years of preparation she finally makes this extraordinary work.
