Wang Furong, a folk artist specializing in Baotou dough modeling, displays figures themed around epidemic prevention and control in Baotou, in North China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on April 15. He created a total of 34 figures based on community staff members and volunteers in Baotou, representing their selflessness and efforts. [Photo/Xinhua]

Wang Furong creates dough modeling figures at home, on April 15. Baotou dough modeling is a traditional folk artform originating in North China’s Shanxi province. It uses polished glutinous rice dough, painted with different colors, which is then shaped by hand as well as with some simple tools. The folk artform has been listed as part of Baotou's traditional cultural heritage since June 2012. [Photo/Xinhua]