Traditionally, Chinese water-based woodblock printmaking uses pearwood; however, it is not readily available in Canada. At a local wood store, I discovered alternatives like cherry, maple, ash, and basswood. The cherrywood I purchased was a long, one-inch-thick solid plank, while other panels labelled “hobby board” are much thinner, about 1/4…
The initial step in this research is to develop tools, starting with a Chinese-style baren called 耙子 (ba zi). Unlike the Japanese round baren, the Chinese ba zi is rectangular, larger, and heavier, though its surface is softer. The body of the ba zi is crafted from solid wood. The…
This series delves into the delicate structure of presence. By blending fragmented elements of nature with layered pigments, each painting conveys how perceptions of landscape reality can become fractured, oscillating between tangible anchors and fleeting consciousness, memory, and immediacy. These artworks represent not just snapshots of moments but also explorations…
This series delves into the delicate structure of presence. By blending fragmented elements of nature with layered pigments, each painting conveys how perceptions of landscape reality can become fractured, oscillating between tangible anchors and fleeting consciousness, memory, and immediacy. These artworks represent not just snapshots of moments but also explorations…
In my ongoing series of prints and print-based mixed media works titled “The Other Shore,” I explore seascapes and the natural formations found along the breathtaking West Coast. This artistic journey comes to life through the intriguing and tactile process of collagraph printmaking, allowing me to capture the essence of the textures…
This body of work is an extension of my exploration of the “meaning” and “appearance” of landscapes during my graduate studies. The central theme of this series is clouds, which frequently appear in traditional paintings and literature as symbols of transformation and fluidity. These works reflect my thoughts on “change” and “continuity”…
“Coastal Reverie” was my solo exhibition at the Visual Space Gallery in Vancouver, BC, in September 2024. It is a collection of paintings that reflects my personal journey along the West Coast of Canada, capturing the region’s diverse and breathtaking nature. The collection portrays the majestic mountains, vast oceans, ever-changing…
“Seaside Compositions” was one of my painting exhibitions in the summer of 2024 at THIS Gallery in Vancouver, BC. The exhibition celebrates the dynamic interplay between land, sea, plants, and sky through semi-abstract art. This collection showcases eight paintings that depict the intricate layers of coastal landscapes, blurring the lines between…
In my MFA project, I explore the concept of hybridity by combining various artistic methods to create a unique mixed-media approach. This involves integrating collagraph printmaking with painting techniques to emphasize tactile engagement during the creative process. My goal is to showcase the importance of reconnecting with and preserving the…