A Life Etched in Wood: The Story of Wu Fan Wu Fan, a name synonymous with the evocative power of Chinese woodblock printing, emerged from the vibrant artistic landscape of 20th-century China. Born in Chongqing in 1923, his life spanned a period of immense social and political upheaval, experiences that profoundly shaped both his artistic vision and his dedication to traditional techniques. From an early age, Wu Fan demonstrated a keen sensitivity to the natural world, a quality that would become a defining characteristic of his oeuvre. He embarked on a rigorous education, studying *guohua* –…