점차 이름이 알려지고 작품의 예술성을 인정받아 1996년 중국 국가 1급 화가에 선정됐고 BBB 협회 이사로도 선출됐다.
Gradually, his name gained recognition, as did the artistry of his work. In 1996, he was named China's national first-class painter and elected to the BBB Association's board of directors.