At first glance, these appear to be rare sneaker collectibles – first, fourth and twelfth generations displayed in classic colorways. But surprise! Each pair is meticulously handcrafted from porcelain by ceramic artist He Dazhi, fusing streetwear culture with centuries-old craftsmanship in a stunning East-meets-West collision.  

This eye-opening collection headlines Jinan University's fifth-anniversary showcase for the Greater Bay Area Creative Design Talent Incubation Programme. Young visionaries from Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau are pushing boundaries with works that blend AI, designer toys and heritage techniques in wildly creative ways.  

Under the theme "Folk Culture Reimagined," the exhibition transforms tradition into tomorrow: reengineered daily objects, contemporary ethnic fashion, rural space makeovers, and fresh takes on vanishing crafts. With guidance from 30+ industry leaders, 109 emerging talents prove innovation and heritage can walk hand in hand – especially when they come in limited-edition porcelain kicks.