Recently, the International College of Defense Studies launched a Peking Opera facial mask painting course for the spouses and children of international participants, allowing them to experience the charm of this traditional Chinese national treasure up close.

In the class, the spouses and children first learned about the origin and development of Peking Opera facial masks, as well as the character traits represented by different colors in the masks—for example, red symbolizes loyalty and justice, while black stands for integrity and impartiality. Subsequently, under the guidance of Chinese teachers, they painted their own Peking Opera facial masks with their own hands, embodying their visions of the art form.