Yu Lienchun has stated, “I persist in working with the human figure because, throughout history, the human form has never lost its relevance. Since the Renaissance, art has been rooted in humanism—people remain the ultimate subject of artistic inquiry.” Through diverse media, he continually breathes new life into tradition with innovative and imaginative approaches.

In recent years, Yu has incorporated heterogeneous materials—most notably iron—into his Terracotta works. By discovering points of harmony within the tension, he has realized a dynamic art form that balances strength with suppleness, a series he titles Iron-welding Tenderness.