Tsinghua University's arts and design academy is currently showing paintings, sculptures, mixed-media works and designs created by postgraduates who will receive their master's degree in June. [Photo by Liu Qi/China Daily]

Decades ago, university graduates' artwork was exhibited only for viewing by students and teachers. Today, these exhibitions have become a big celebration, not only for denizens of the university, but also the general public.

Tsinghua University's arts and design academy is currently showing paintings, sculptures, mixed-media works and designs created by postgraduates who will receive their master's degree in June. They are displayed at the academy's buildings and Tsinghua University Art Museum, through May 30.

The exhibition has not only drawn gallery owners, art dealers, representatives from cultural institutions and enterprises who scout for upcoming talent or new additions to their collections; but has allowed an audience of the general public to keep up with the evolution of art and broaden their artistic horizons.