Acrylic on canvas.

16x20"

Acrylic on canvas.

20x16"

In the last moments of his life, my father was alone in the room of a nursing home, his only pastime being newspaper reading. However, his only entertainment was out of reach during the pandemic. I can imagine how many times he stood trembling at the window thinking of his only daughter, who was thousands of miles away. He had never asked for anything. He only longed to see his daughter silently in his heart.

Acrylic on canvas.

20x36"

"Left Behind" is both a tribute and a reflection—a deeply personal memory of my late father, a man of remarkable achievements in his younger years who faced a lonely and isolated old age. In this painting, I portray myself seated on the bank, watching the iconic skyline of Shanghai, my hometown, with my father walking away in the distance, aided by a walker.

My father’s life, once defined by distinction and respect, ended in solitude and vulnerability. He gave me unconditional love and trust throughout his life, always supporting my decisions. Yet, I couldn’t be there for him when he needed me most. The guilt and regret I feel for choosing a new life abroad over being by his side form the emotional core of this work.

This painting also represents the sacrifices of immigration, the comfortable life and professional identity I left behind in Shanghai, and the unspoken goodbyes to my parents. It is a visual portrayal of my emotions, intertwining love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds that tie me to my roots.

Acrylic on canvas.

18x24"

The village of Oia, perched on the picturesque cliffs of Santorini, Greece, has long been well-known for its mesmerizing sunsets. While people were captured by the stunning yet fleeting moment of sunset, I was fascinated by the couple who were watching the sunset..

Acrylic on canvas.

16x20"

In a small Italian town, I was doing pottery in a classroom when someone opened the windows beside me. Suddenly, I saw a beautiful scenery in front of me, taking all the weariness away. Life is also like this, when we're sinking in a dreary world, we don't know that God is going to open a window for us and show us the beauty of life. Always appreciate the beauty around us, even if it's minuscule.

Pencil on paper.

15x10"

Acrylic on canvas.

16x20"

For women, it is of utmost importance to accept and love ourselves. In our Chinese culture, women are very conscious about their appearance and sometimes care too much so that they can't find their true selves. I painted my true self, no makeup, no cover-ups. This is a completely different version of myself than the ones others see. What I wanted to express here is that we all need to accept and love ourselves starting from now, don't wait until we achieve other's perfection. Accept the imperfect selves. Please ourselves, not others.

Acrylic on canvas.

16x20"

I was deeply touched by the lyrics of this song called ‘There are so many people in the world’, which inspired me to create this art work to capture the emotion and wonder it evoked in me. Considering the world’s population of 7.888 billion people, it’s astonishing to reflect on the chances of meeing anyone in my life.

Acrylic on canvas.

14x11"

The man in the rear mirror symbolizes the romantic relationship in the past. The view from the front symbolizes now and the future. We can look at the rear mirror every once in a while for reference when we are driving, but we have to stay focused on what is in front of us, not behind us. Life is like driving, we can’t dwell on the past, no matter how beautiful it was. Like Oscar Wilde said, “What past is past”. The hand with a ring on the middle finger putting on the steering wheel symbolizes the woman who has freedom and control of her life. To the women who still live in the past: You have choice and power, and you can control your direction, no matter how much you are obsessed with the past, please move on, there’s a brighter future waiting for you.

Acrylic on canvas.

16x20"

Acrylic on canvas.

18x24"

This scene has been deleted from the database of memories. Sometimes, we have some memories lingering in our minds. We wanted to move on, but we couldn't let it go. Painting this scene is the outlet to release the complicated and obsessive emotions towards the past. I used the image transfer technique to illustrate the scene at the upper left of this painting.

Acrylic on canvas.

24x18"

From fear of being alone to enjoying being alone is a long journey for the artist. Self-acceptance and self-affirmation make our souls peaceful. We no longer need validation from others or give power to anyone else to decide our happiness. This is the artist's current state of mind, and she wants to express it in this painting.

Acrylic on canvas.

24x36"

I blend realism with abstract elements to convey my journey through time. The background is a mix of dark, cold and warm colors with abstract shapes and raindrops, representing the ever-changing nature of time and life's ups and downs. The self-figure is meticulously detailed, conveying that sometimes only me is real while the surroundings seem unreal to me. Past, present, and future are like three distinct time zones for me—they are separated yet interconnected. Sometimes, I find myself confused about which time zone I am in, especially when I am obsessed with the past or worried about the future. In those moments, I am neither in the present nor truly living in the moment.

The abstract elements around my figure evoke the sensation of being inside a time machine, with hints of different eras blending into one another. This dynamic interplay between the abstract and the realistic draws viewers into my experience of transitioning between these time zones.

"Time Traveller" serves as a reminder to myself to live in the now, not to dwell in the past or worry about the future. Through this piece, I hope to share my own temporal journey and inspire others to embrace the present and find balance in their own lives.

Acrylic on canvas.

24x18"

Every time when I play piano, I feel that the music is not coming from me, but flowing through me from the Holy Spirit. Through all my life, my endeavors and moments of vulnerability, I realize Jesus is always there, behind me and supporting me in every step of my path. This painting is my visual testament, expressing how deeply connected I feel with God.