The expression theme, expression techniques and the artistic characteristics of Huayao Tiaohua are described with its reference impact on modern packaging design as well. There are two main expression themes, human and non-human creatures with two kinds of expression techniques of fits-all and metaphor. Continuous and symmetrical patterns, composition full and free style are the artistic characteristics. Modern packaging design can absorb the expression methods of Huayao Tiaohua in repetition, metaphor etc. to enhance the strength of works’ artistic expression.