Facing the phenomenon of contemporary society's hedonistic indulgence and the emergence of new social classes brought about by economic structural changes, the artist Guan Yong has given profound rational consideration to this reality. He proposes the noble demeanor that the elites of the emerging class should embody, highlighting their sense of historical responsibility and spiritual symbolism.

Guan Yong's early works imply the state of contemporary intellectuals, delineating figures with meticulous techniques. Through the variation of forms and the combination of colors rich in symbolic meanings, he achieves a unique expression of emptiness in his characters. Employing the same techniques, the artist portrays the domain within the composition, where an unstable sense of space coupled with the variability of the figures enhances the dramatic and mysterious elements.

Humanities and knowledge have always been subjects the artist endeavors to explore. Furthering this exploration, the artist diminishes the portrayal of characters, placing emphasis instead on books and their essence. Symbolically laden bookshelves undergo delicate transformations in brushstrokes and colors, seemingly abstracting certain content while deepening cultural connotations. This process is pivotal in enriching the content of the artwork, not only reinforcing the modest temperament typical of Chinese literati but also embodying the artist's commitment to Eastern culture.