While that famous smile may remain in some of his work in the future , Minjun believes that China could do with slowing the pace of social change . Artist Yue Minjun is the man behind the grinning face paintings in Chinese art . His work is deeply affected by the rapid changes in China and events in 1989 . Hide Caption 1 of 10 Photos:China's artist faces censorship
Artist Yue Minjun is the man behind the grinning face paintings in Chinese art . His work is deeply affected by the rapid changes in China and events in 1989 . Hide Caption 1 of 10 Photos:China's artist faces censorship