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Ah, the life of a struggling artist. Just when you think you’ve hit your stride and the commissions are rolling in, you decide to throw it all away for the noble pursuit of community-oriented projects. That’s the baffling yet admirable decision Chinese artist Yuanhao Tang has made.

Imagine being a regular Joe Schmoe looking to hire an artist for a project, only to find out that Yuanhao has shut his doors to new clients. Sorry folks, you’ll have to find someone else to bring your artistic visions to life because Yuanhao is too busy saving the world one community project at a time.

And what exactly are these community-oriented projects he’s so dedicated to? Apparently, Yuanhao is on a mission to shed light on issues related to disability. I mean, come on, who needs paying clients when you can tackle serious social issues through your art, am I right?

But fear not, Yuanhao’s not in this alone. His illustrations for The Legend of the Condor Heroes trilogy by Jin Yong are here to save the day. Because nothing says community-oriented art like covers for a martial arts novel series, right? Who knew that kung fu and disabled rights activism went hand in hand?

Oh, and let’s not forget to check out Yuanhao’s website for more enlightenment on his creative endeavors. Because nothing screams dedication to the cause like shameless self-promotion, right? I can almost hear Yuanhao shouting from the virtual rooftops, “Look at me, I’m saving the world with my art, but don’t forget to click that ‘buy now’ button on my website!”

So, to all you potential clients out there in need of a talented artist, remember this cautionary tale of Yuanhao Tang. Beware of artists who prioritize community projects over paying work. You might just end up with a masterpiece that speaks volumes about social issues, but leaves your wallet feeling emptier than a politician’s promises.

In the meantime, let’s raise a virtual toast to Yuanhao as he dives headfirst into the world of community-oriented projects, leaving behind a trail of bewildered clients and probably a few unpaid bills. Here’s to you, Yuanhao, may your artistic endeavors be forever noble and your pockets forever empty.