Portable Museum

"This is the manager of our BJ Art Company, my brother Zhang Junping.

Although my brother is young, he is already a senior cadre, and his attainments in calligraphy and painting are very high, no worse than the older generation of artists. "Yang Shankui introduced Zhang Junping to An Qingxiang again.

"Hello, Manager Zhang is really young and promising!" An Qingxiang shook hands with Zhang Junping politely.

"Mr. An is over the top! These three are my company's colleagues, the director of the business development department, Chen Lijun, the chief of the financial section, Song Heping, and the head of the carving team, Niu Wensheng." Zhang Junping said politely, and introduced Chen Lijun to An Qingxiang. .

Another handshake.

It could be seen that An Qingxiang was not very used to such occasions, and was somewhat reserved.

Fortunately, just after the introduction, seven or eight people came in one after another.

They are all guests invited by Yang Shankui, and the youngest of these guests is over 50 years old. No wonder Yang Shankui said that he is a senior in the sculpture circle.

After another introduction, the host and guest were seated separately.

Zhang Junping sat at the main seat, Yang Shankui was the deputy guest of honor, and gave up the position of guest of honor to a burly old man in his 60s.

The old man Yang Shankui just introduced Liu Deying, the technical director of BJ Jade Factory and one of the four masters of Beiyu, a very famous veteran craftsman in the BJ arts and crafts circle.

In terms of reputation, they are even higher than Wu Xinping and Wu Guanzhong.

Zhang Junping did not expect that Yang Shankui would invite him over.

What was even more unexpected was that Niu Wensheng would know each other.

As soon as they met, Niu Wensheng respectfully stepped forward and bowed.

After the introduction, I found out that Liu Deying and Lao Hu had a very good relationship.

Fortunately, the apprentices of two people have to hold the disciple ceremony when they meet each other.

With this relationship, the atmosphere of the banquet was much more relaxed.

The waiter came in to order, but everyone refused to order.

Zhang Junping asked, and asked the waiter to bring up all the signature dishes in the store if there were no taboos.

They are all old BJ people, and they all have a high degree of acceptance of Lu cuisine.

In my own store, there are still some preferential treatment, and the dishes are served faster.

Zhang Junping didn't say what his purpose was at the beginning, but he just chatted about some sculptures while eating vegetables.

This also reflects Zhang Junping's advantages.

He has hundreds of thousands of books in his mind, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he has extensive knowledge and strong knowledge.

The origin, development, and even the inheritance of jade carvings made in Beijing are all very precious.

It is clearer than all the descendants of Beiyu present here.

When it comes to carving skills, Zhang Junping is no stranger. Some carving skills that have disappeared in history have also been mentioned one by one by Zhang Junping.

This made Liu Deying, An Qingxiang and others very enjoyable to listen to, and felt that the trip was worthwhile.

Some carving techniques that Zhang Junping casually mentioned inspired them a lot.

Everyone who looked down upon Zhang Junping because he was young, put away their contempt one after another, and started to look at it squarely.

After drinking for three rounds, Zhang Junping expressed his purpose with the cooperation of Yang Shankui.

"Everyone is an old-timer in the sculpture industry, an old craftsman.

The purpose of inviting everyone to come today is very simple, that is, to help us craftsmen gain a higher social status and live a more prosperous life. "For these artisans who rely on their craftsmanship for their livelihood, Zhang Junping did not say those high-sounding words, but said in a down-to-earth manner.

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"Raise our social status and allow us to live affluent lives.

interesting!

Manager Zhang, please explain carefully. "Liu Deying asked with a smile.

"Mr. Liu, when I talk about improving your social status and living a prosperous life, I'm mainly talking about you and your senior disciples, disciples and grandchildren.

You, as well as all the seniors here are all famous old artists of our BJ.

They are all famous in Haizi, so it goes without saying about their social status.

The mayor has to respect you when he sees you. " Zhang Junping smiled and complimented.

Zhang Junping's words made Liu Deying and others feel very comfortable after listening to them.

"Manager Zhang, please continue." Liu Deying nodded with a smile.

"As long as you sign a contract with our art company, and according to the contract, give us the artworks made in your spare time for sale, you can get a deposit of 110 yuan for each piece, and after the artworks are sold, you can also get the sales. The price dividend starts at [-]-[-].

Our art company will also carry out all-round publicity for the contracted artists in newspapers, magazines, and TV to increase the popularity of the contracted artists.

In addition, every year our company organizes a nationwide art competition for craftsmen. The winners can not only get more publicity opportunities, but also increase the signing level.

Here I would like to emphasize that the signing of our company is divided into levels, the lowest level is the highest level and the highest level is nine levels.

If you seniors are willing to sign a contract with us and become our contracted artists, your contract level will be level eight.

Each piece of work can get a guarantee of 250 yuan, and can also participate in the share, [-]% to [-]%, seniors get [-]%, our company gets [-]%.

Moreover, these [-]% are not all put into the pockets of our company, but we have to pay for publicity costs and management costs. Our market is mainly aimed at the international market, and all expenses such as air tickets and accommodation are in the [-]% inside out. "

"Two percent, so you don't have to lose money?" An Qingxiang said.

"You won't lose money. The works of your predecessors may only be worth more than 100 in China, and large works can cost hundreds of dollars.

However, if you take it abroad, you have to start at least one thousand.

I said dollars! "

After Zhang Junping finished speaking, he paused for a while, and then continued: "I will ask our Team Leader Niu to visit all the old seniors later, and let me explain to you in detail."

"Manager Zhang, I have a question, what you said about making works in your spare time is completely fine.

However, the raw materials used for jade carving are not cheap.

Us old guys, it’s nothing, everyone has a few pieces of good stuff hidden in their hands.

But those young people who have just entered the industry for a short time can't produce jade materials. "

"Mr. Liu, we introduced the guarantee fund to help young craftsmen solve this dilemma.

First-level contracted artists can get a deposit of more than 110 yuan for one piece of work.

This money is enough for them to buy raw materials.

In addition, in response to this situation, we have set up a raw material procurement department.

In the next step, all kinds of creative raw materials can be bought in BJ's painting store.

If it is really difficult, you can also apply to the company to receive the raw materials for free, and then deduct the money for the raw materials from the share after the artworks produced are sold. "

"Well, your idea is good! I don't have anything to ask, let Maverick find me tomorrow.

Our father and I have not seen each other for some time! "Liu Deying nodded with a smile.

This means that Liu Deying basically agreed to become a contract craftsman.

As for whether he signed the contract or his disciples and grandchildren, it depends on Niu Wensheng's ability.

"Manager Zhang, I've heard about your signing contract, and I think it's very good for craftsmen like us.

It's your artist, and the artwork.We are craftsmen, so it's okay to make some handicrafts, but we can't do this art. "The one who spoke was Mr. Fu Xianjiang Fu, the contemporary successor of cloisonné enamel.

"Mr. Fu, this handicraft and artwork are actually interlinked, in a certain respect, they are the same thing.

In order to meet the tasks assigned by our superiors, we made handicrafts.

We put all our body and mind into the work, and what we make is a work of art.

Of course, mine is just an inappropriate metaphor.

It's not about you seniors.

Although we met for the first time, we still heard about the seniors.

You are able to achieve today's achievements by putting all your energy into each work and making each work with excellence.

Therefore, the analogy I just made is definitely not aimed at the seniors. Zhang Junping explained with a smile.

"You're welcome, Manager Zhang, we understand what you mean!

In fact, the difference between a handicraft and a work of art lies in whether it is intentional!

We all know this, but it is not as thorough as Manager Zhang said.

On this point, everyone can have a good chat with your disciples and grandchildren when you go back.

Only those who understand this truth can make progress in craftsmanship. "Liu Deying smiled and excused Zhang Junping.

After the official business was finished, the wine table became lively again in an instant. You came and I toasted, all over the world, and the chats throughout the ages made the atmosphere on the wine table relaxed and cheerful.

The banquet didn't last too long, and it ended at Liu Deying's suggestion after eight o'clock.

After Zhang Junping sent everyone away, he returned to the bar.

"Mom, did the squad leader leave that table?" Zhang Junping asked while lying on the bar.

"No, I just ordered two more bottles of Moutai! I think I'm happy with it.

Ten people drank six bottles of Moutai. "Mother Zhang said without raising her head while keeping accounts.

"How much Moutai do we have?" Zhang Junping asked with a smile.

Zhang Junping really feels sorry for the Moutai wine sold in the store, but as the most upscale restaurant in the Forty-Nine City in name, it cannot be justified without Moutai.

A bottle of 50 yuan, no ticket.

This is simply the price of cabbage.

However, in the eyes of people in this era, this is a sky-high price.

It only costs eight yuan a bottle in the supply and marketing cooperatives outside, but you only need to buy it with a Maotai liquor ticket.

In order to ensure the supply of the restaurant, Zhang Junping also made great efforts, spreading out more than 100 people with scars, and all the pigeon markets in BJ have their presence.

They are also present in surrounding cities.

All over the world to collect alcohol tickets, all kinds of alcohol tickets.

In this way, the wine supply of the restaurant can barely be met.

Therefore, a bottle of Moutai for 50 yuan is really not expensive, and it is an absolute conscience price.

"There are still more than 30 boxes! Do you want to use wine?" Mother Zhang raised her head and asked.

"I don't need it, I just ask. If it's not enough, I can think of a way in advance."

"It's enough. Hou San sent over 200 wine tickets a few days ago, including Moutai Wuliangye, Jiannanchun, and Luzhou."

"Well! Where's my dad?"

"Your dad is studying chess records in the office!

During this time, I became obsessed with playing chess, and went out every day to play chess with the old man at the entrance of the alley. "

"That's good! Playing chess is better than drinking!" Zhang Junping laughed.

"Don't talk about your father, you should drink less alcohol yourself. The wine belongs to the public, but your body belongs to you." Mother Zhang raised her head and warned seriously.

"Mom, I know, you see, I never drink at home, I only drink a little when I have something to do.

Now it's different from before, as long as I don't want to, I don't have so much entertainment. "Zhang Junping laughed.

For this, Zhang's mother is still very relieved. During the time they moved here, Zhang Junping really seldom went out to drink and socialize.

They all ate at home. The old couple, Qiu Wenyan, and the child's grandparents drank three and a half taels of medicinal wine every day, but Zhang Junping never drank it.

Zhang Junping was lying on the bar, chatting with Zhang's mother.

After about an hour, Xu Shaomin and his party finally finished and left the private room.

After seeing off the guests, Xu Shaomin returned to the bar.

"Hehe, you haven't left yet?" Xu Shaomin blushed from drinking, and asked with a smile when he saw Zhang Junping.

"Waiting for you!" Zhang Junping handed Xu Shaomin a cigarette.