Summary
With a multicultural background rooted in both Canada and China, my work is deeply influenced by diverse cultural perspectives. My artistic focus spans natural themes, cultural exploration, self-reflection, and social equality.
Education and Training
2024 | Bachelor of Arts, Honours Liberal Studies Fine Arts Studio Minor, Digital Arts Communication Minor, Co-op University of Waterloo |
Group Exhibitions
2024 | Intersection & Scripted THE ACADEMIC LO-FI — 46th Annual Wayzgoose Book Art Fair, Grimsby, ON |
2024 | Siku SHADOWS & ILLUMINATIONS — University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON |
2023 | Siku THE ARTISTRY OF NATURE — The Artery, Waterloo, ON |
2023 | Scripted HOORAY FOR THAT PATTERN! — The Artery, Waterloo, ON |
2023 | Turnip Ⅰ & Turnip Ⅱ SYSTEMATIC GAZE — The Artery, Waterloo, ON |
2022 | I’m Watching You SOFT — The Artery, Waterloo, ON |
Selected Art Fairs and Markets
2024 | Midnight Earth Events All Hallows’ Queer Market — Kitchener, ON |
2024 | The 4th Annual Homer Watson Art Fair — Kitchener, ON |
2024 | 46th Annual Wayzgoose Book Art Fair — Grimsby, ON |
2024 | QUEER NIGHT OUT — Guelph, ON |
2023 | CREATORS COLLECTIVE — Stratford, ON |
Work Experience
2022 – 2024 | Event Coordinator — University of Waterloo Art Gallery, Waterloo, ON |
2023 | Installation Assistant — University of Waterloo Art Gallery, Waterloo, ON |
Teaching and Mentorships
2024 | Printmaking Workshop — St. John’s-Kilmarnock School, Breslau, ON |
2023 | Summer Camp Instructor — Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo, ON |
2022 | Instructional Support Assistant — University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON |
Volunteer Experience
2024 | Artist Assistant — St. John’s-Kilmarnock School, Breslau, ON |
Memberships and Affiliations
2024 – present | Member – Waterloo Potters’ Workshop |
2023 – present | Individual Member — International Council of Museums |
Media Coverage
Vanderwal, Olivia (2024-06-13). “Creating a custom degree“. Waterloo News. University of Waterloo.