八年級粧佛師的逆襲 - 陳任達 The Unconventional Path of a Deity Statue Carver: Ren-da Che

陳任達^{自编x3233809}生於1993年，崑山大學機械系畢業。大學畢業後，與父親陳榮進學習粧佛工藝，於2021成立利元雕佛社，2022參與北港工藝坊舉辦的五湖四海宴。陳任達不僅是工藝師，也是一名道士，熟悉從神像製作到完成開光的種種科儀。陳任達說「不停的學習，是對手藝負責，也是對傳統的尊重。」^{自编x3233803}喜歡每一尊神佛都有不同的面貌，對他來說每一尊用心製作的神像都是他傳承與守護這個行業的心意。

Ren-da Chen , born in 1993, graduated from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Kun Shan University. After completing his university education, he apprenticed under his father, Rong-jin Chen, to master the art of deity statue carving. In 2021, he established the Liyuan Sculpture Studio and participated in the Wuhu Sihai Showcase, a traditional arts exhibition at Beigang Craft Workshop, in 2022. Ren-da Chen is not just a craftsman; he is also a Taoist priest, adept in the entire process from crafting to consecrating deity statues. He believes that "Continuous learning is not only a commitment to our craft but also a form of respect for tradition." For Chen, giving each deity statue a distinct appearance is not just an artistic choice but a reflection of his dedication to preserving and honoring this ancient profession.