Li Buyun: A Life Woven in Ink and Silk Li Buyun, also known as Wu Buyun, is a singular figure in the landscape of Chinese art – a master calligrapher, a celebrated costume designer for Peking Opera, and a painter whose evocative landscapes capture both historical grandeur and profound serenity. Born in Leping, Hunan Province, China, in 1938, his life has been one of dedicated pursuit across multiple artistic disciplines, each informing and enriching the others. His journey began not with brushes and pigments, but with the intricate world of theatrical costume design, a path that ultimately s…