Perepelitcyna Anastasiia from Russia says she used to read books and albums about Dunhuang in which the colors of the murals were bright and intense; while in Dunhuang, she also found light shades of colors which are atmospheric and warm, and she wanted to share her firsthand experiences, through her paintings, with people back home.

Chinese artist Lin Jinfu says he was curious of the feelings his international counterparts had about Northwest China and the ancient Silk Road, and he hoped the trip would open up more in-depth exchanges with them.