FAQ About Ai Weiwei
What impact did Ai Weiwei's upbringing have on his work?
Ai Weiwei's upbringing had a significant impact on his work. He was born in Beijing in 1957 to Ai Qing, a famous poet who faced persecution during the Cultural Revolution. The family's experiences of exile and oppression profoundly influenced Ai Weiwei's awareness of social issues and his commitment to activism. Growing up in such an environment instilled in Ai Weiwei a strong sense of justice and shaped his persistent challenge to authority through art.
