(Clearwisdom.net) With the heartfelt support of the Bulgarian government, the art
exhibition by Zhang Cuiying, a Falun Gong practitioner and well-known Chinese painter from
Australia, officially opened in the capital city of Sofia on April 7th. On the opening day of the
art exhibition, there was some snow, but the sky was bright and clear. Although it was cold, the
sparkling snowflakes and fresh air made everyone feel that spring is truly approaching. The Bulgarian government expressed generous support for the art exhibition and
held it in very high regard. When the Bulgarian people saw the purity and beauty of the paintings,
they were impressed by the artist's unique style. The elegance and modesty of the artist made them
wonder why so many Falun Gong practitioners are being brutally persecuted. Zhang Cuiying told the audience about the inhuman torture methods used by the Jiang regime on
thousands of Falun Gong practitioners in China, which have resulted in the death of over 650. The
artist also described her personal experiences of being brutally persecuted in a Chinese labour
camp. The audience was told that a lawsuit has been submitted to the International Criminal Court
against Chinese dictator and instigator of the persecution against falun Gong Jiang Zemin, for
committing crimes of torture and genocide. Finally, the audience was told that the World
Organization to Investigate the Persecution of Falun Gong has been set up to conduct a comprehensive
investigation into this persecution. The Bulgarian media took a close interest in this exhibition. After interviewing
the artist, one TV reporter said, with passion in his voice, "The world needs 'Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance,'
and so does everyone else." The TV station also invited Zhang Cuiying to participate in a
special feature programme on Falun Gong. An edited version of: http://www.clearharmony.net/articles/200304/11652.html
The opening of the art exhibition was quite unique and refreshing. Those who attended were not only
attracted by the elegant Chinese paintings, but also moved by the noble personality of the artist
whose firm belief in "Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance" will never be shattered.
Posting date: 4/13/2003
Original article date: 4/13/2003
Category: Falun Dafa Worldwide