Luo Zhongli is celebrated as a leading figure in the 20th-century Chinese art scene. From 1998 to2015, he served as the president of Sichuan FineArts Institute, significantly enhancing the school'sreputation. He played a pivotal role in the evolution

of modern and contemporary art in China, driving itforward with his vision. Growing up in a context of social realism, Luo has consistently maintained anunwavering passion for art. In his early years, whiledeveloping his unique style, he also began to exploredeep concerns about humanity, celebrating the landand the laborers."Back to Hometown" features a panoramic vertical composition in dark green tones, with theartist employing meticulous and tight brushwork reminiscent of Soviet social realism. The visual focus is on the central figure, depicting a man returning hometown, accompanied by family as they step into the rural paths of their village. The figure is dressed in thick clothing and carries a burden of luggage, suggesting that the scene takes place during the winter holiday season, a time of fallow fields. In the early dawn, with mist enveloping the fields, a young family walks along the narrow paths of the countryside. From left to right: a village dog, the father, and the mother carrying a swaddled infant. The couple is turned sideways, their backs to the viewer, naturally extending the audience's gaze toward the distance, where friends and family are seen coming out of their homes to welcome the returning child.