Being a sunrise industry in the era of knowledge economy

the cultural and creative industry which is high informative

high value- added

low energy- consumption and low pollution

is the strategic assets of national and regional economy

which can not only promote the deep excavation and dissemination of local culture

but also provide jobs

enhance the charm of city and improve the living quality of residents. The construction direction of colleges袁especially college art specialty which is the important training base for the cultural and creative industry

must meet the needs of the cultural and creative industry. The paper analyzes the current situation and dilemma of the cultural and creative industry in Anhui province from the perspective of college art specialty construction

discusses the important roles of college art specialty construction in the development of the cultural and creative industry

and further explores the ways and means to promote the development of the cultural and creative industry with examples.