Exhibition in Shenzhen spotlights passion for Chinese zodiac

A bull is a creature that works hard, toils, and does a lot of heavy lifting. Han Meilin, one of the most productive artists in China, often says: "I'm destined to work as hard as a bull throughout my life."

"The bull symbolizes diligence and wealth. I paint bulls, and I try to be as persistent, energetic and humble like a bull," he adds.

Han, a sprightly 85-year-old, paints, designs, writes and exhibits with an energy that would do justice to someone half his age.