The only thing I absolutley remember about this piece is that I wanted it to be bathed in light.

This is a cultural exploration of my heritage.

A Gamja Hotdog is a korean hotdog that is known for the chunks of potatoes on its outer layer.

Colored pencil on black paper

Echoes of the Heart represents the connection between time, the heart, and memories. Looking through old family photographs, I was inspired to create this piece. The connection of the heart to the distorted clock shows how the heart changes over time. The heart becomes the keeper of our memories as time passes, connecting it to the memories that are illustrated. The mountain range represents the echo of the heart. Our memories echo as the journey of life goes on. The foil bits attached to the heart and in the space between the clockwork represent the journey of self-reflection as a monumental passage in this surreal experience we call life. The clock gears embedded within the heart and in the background of the mountain represent just how intertwined time and the heart are. One thing that resonated with me was the fact that our memories echo. Memories are fragments of our hearts that we never let go of and will stick with us throughout life’s journey. They shape who we are as individuals, which is why I wrote the phrase “Memories Echo” in the space between the clock distortions. I ran into numerous artistic blocks where I would simply stare at my artwork and wonder what message I was trying to convey. Eventually, I curated a connection between the elements of my work. I thoroughly enjoyed the artistic process of creating this work. I hope you enjoy looking at this art as much as I enjoyed making it.

I want to showcase my love of colors and nature.

I painted two young boys playing around near the shore.

To me this mean that people are in your way and you may get hurt.

I drew my new shoe and decided I wanted to do a sky in the background.

This piece is a comedic but dark reminder that the environment we pollute and corrupt is what we live off of, and all of our abuse of the earth comes back to us at some point through our connection to the earth’s ecosystem.

This artwork depicts the increasing urgency of climate change and our planet. It depicts a “message” in a bottle telling a story of a burning and dying world. It urges us to take action before the green and healthy environment on the outside becomes the world on the inside. It serves as a reminder of the increasing urgency of the issue of climate change.

This work utilizes ideas of cubism to depict the motion of a figure stretching.

To me, this piece represents the joy of being a fan of something.

The artwork that I have painted reflects the Impressionism period in history.

"Drowned" is an art piece I created based on my own mental health experiences - therefore it is very personal to me. I wished to convey the deep and turbulent emotion usually connected to depression and the thoughts within, which made me think of the deep sea, and the uncontrollable nature of the rapids relative to human feeling. This image is a portrayal of the self at its most vulnerable - surrounded by murky darkness, cold and alone, a space once familiarized now empty and devoid of comfort. The background is a stylized realization of the layout of my own room, though the clock-shaped window in the upper left was my own addition. I see it as a “window” into my own self, a testament to baring these dark emotions to the scrutiny of others.

This piece is about my sick grandma in Taiwan.

“Divergence” is an abstract sculpture composed of a copper sheet, which I have hammered, shaped, and colored through the application of oxidizing patinas. “Divergence” represents a confluence of art and science, since I start with raw copper and derive color through chemical reactions rather than traditional pigments. The goal is to open the viewer’s eyes to an unconventional world where nature and science become art. “Divergence” also represents movement and change in our world today. I chose to hammer the copper to create a three-dimensional volume, with contrasting sides divided by a central turquoise triangle. The triangle imitates a delta: look closely and you will see rivulets, swirls and variations, much like a real river. The deep turquoise shades are the result of multiple applications of different chemical reagent formulations, involving acetic acid, cupric nitrate and ammonia. As I made this piece during the start of my high school journey, “Divergence” signifies an opening to new knowledge and ideas. It shows my divergence from conventional thought towards embracing unconventional but beautiful creativity.

Immersed in the allure of the Late Victorian era's extravagant paintings, my artistic endeavor sought to evoke a sense of decadence and luxury. I embarked on a quest to infuse my work with the opulence characteristic of that period, employing a palette dominated by dark, rich colors and dramatic lighting. Each brushstroke became a deliberate dance, a meticulous choreography that aimed to encapsulate the essence of the era's indulgence. As my painting unfolded, the focus on decadence found its muse in the sumptuous dresses and ornate backgrounds. I delved into the intricacies of textures, using heavy brushstrokes that imbued life into the fabric of the dresses and the very essence of the scene. The strokes, textured and laden with intention, created a tactile dimension, inviting viewers to feel the luxurious fabrics and immerse themselves in the palpable opulence.

The more and more time passes, the more I’m pushed to see what I actually want to do.

This piece was inspired by my family’s daily tradition of drinking chai together. The external layer, depicting the bustling chai stands of India, represents the mayhem of daily life, while the inner cylinder represents the core of the tradition - finding moments of peace and togetherness amidst the daily chaos.