Ya Ming, a Chinese artist, was born in 1924 and passed away in 2002. One of his notable works, 钟山晴晓, was sold for $1.4 million. Ya Ming was influenced by a diverse range of artists including Gao Jianfu, Gao Qifeng, Chen Shizheng, Lu Fengzi, Song Wenzhi, Qian Songyan, Lu Yanshao, and Xie Zhiliu. These artists, known for their contributions to traditional Chinese painting, shared a similar stylistic approach that resonated with Ya Ming's aesthetic sensibilities. Their works reflected themes of nature, harmony, and cultural heritage, which influenced his artistic development and vision.