Fang Lijun, as a representative of one of the most important new artistic trends, joined with other artists to try to create a unique discourse.

since 1988, he has created works in a series of "skinhead hooligan" images. These images became an icon, portraying the contemporary mood of the Chinese culture, showing that survival was uncertain and the people were insecure.

Fang Lijun expresses humor, ridicule or sarcasm through the characters in his works, yawning, gaping or silly expressions, showing the backs of their heads, trying to convey the mindset of people at the time.

he created the skinhead images using himself or his own friends as models, making this a self-mocking satire.