Lion dance balloon sculptures stand in Syndy Tan Sing Yit's workshop near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 (Xinhua) -- Syndy Tan Sing Yit, a seasoned Malaysian balloon stylist, creates lion dance balloon sculptures by referring to lion dance graphics and pictures.
It takes more than 500 balloons to make a lion dance balloon, Tan stated, adding that the adjustment of the color of the eyes and the proportion of lips and the chin is vital for highlighting the charm of the lion.
The lion dance has long been a celebratory performance during traditional festivals to bring good fortune. The refined lion dance balloon sculptures made by Tan, which often fittingly serve as decorations in big occasions and festivities, give a convivial and auspicious atmosphere with a taste of tradition.
Syndy Tan Sing Yit makes lion dance balloon sculptures in her workshop on Dec. 31, 2022. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
Syndy Tan Sing Yit polishes a lion dance balloon sculpture in her workshop on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
Syndy Tan Sing Yit polishes a lion dance balloon sculpture in her workshop on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
Syndy Tan Sing Yit (L) and her colleagues work at Tan's workshop on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
Syndy Tan Sing Yit (R) and her colleagues polish a lion dance balloon sculpture in her workshop on Jan. 11, 2023. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua)
Syndy Tan Sing Yit introduces the making of lion dance balloon sculptures in her workshop on Dec. 31, 2022. (Photo by Zhu Wei/Xinhua) ■
