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New Visionary Magazine Issue 12 Feature
Oct 2024
In this interview, we explore the symbolism in Black Spring, and how different materials and presentations I’ve applied to the story to reach its storytelling purpose in different stages. Furthermore, we touch on how emotions affect the creator’s process leading to evoking the viewer’s emotional response.
Yun Hai Shop Pop-up Card Reading
Sep 2024
Black Spring card-reading at Yun Hai Shop—served with a black sweet treat! As Brooklyn’s go-to spot for Taiwanese groceries, Yun Hai sets the perfect stage for this pop-up. Embracing the spirit, I offered refreshing grass jelly drinks to match the dark, mysterious aesthetic and theme of Black Spring. Enjoyed an afternoon of something dark, calming, and delicious.
Black Spring Brooklyn Art Show
Aug 2024
Taking Black Spring to NYC! With the warm support of the Here To Sunday team, I had the honor of presenting a show at their delightful gift shop in the heart of Gowanus, Brooklyn. Sharing this story at a venue that celebrates a love for art was truly a joy—I hope you all enjoyed it as much as I did!
Terra Incognita Anthology
Dec 2023
Shortly after the pandemic, I had an insightful conversation with Aulia from Spacelessmind Design. We shared experiences about the post-pandemic impact on the design industry in our respective countries, Indonesia and Taiwan, while also discussing Indonesian voices on social progress. It was a humbling and enriching exchange.
Taipei Illustration Fair - Mystery of Occult
Dec 2023
As a leading platform for quality art fairs, the TIF has become a shining stage for both local and international talents. This year, the stars align as Black Spring Oracle perfectly echoes the annual theme, 'Mystery of the Occult,' where TIF invites audiences to explore life’s hidden knowledge through illustrations. Entering the unknown, Black Spring is coming home.
Taipei Art Book Fair - Never Give Up
Aug 2023
I’m celebrating the birth of Black Spring Oracle by showcasing it at the TABF—Taipei’s most promising, raw, experimental art event. This year’s theme, 'Never Give Up,' reflects the ongoing struggle for attention in an age of information chaos. While Black Spring Oracle is also an information medium, it invites you to pause and reflect—gazing into the depths of its black surface.
The Place 2022 Group Show : Return
Sep 2022
Homecoming is a piece that shines a light on the dark history of Nangang where it bears the derogatory name of “Black Village” for its severe air pollution. Commissioned by The Place Hotel, I created a fabric lightbox for the hotel's entrance—two halves of an egg, shining in front of a backdrop made of recycled clothes.
New Visionary Magazine Issue 3 Feature
Jul 2022
I’m thrilled to be featured in V3 and share my thoughts on art-making! I talked about how storytelling drives my creativity, using visual mediums as my language of expression, and how I’ve found joy in teaching—offering others a space to express themselves freely.
WHATZ Contemporary Art
May 2022
Light up the bathtub! Showcasing artworks in hotel rooms, WHATZ Art Fair filled up the Sheraton Hotel with art lovers. Honored to be showcased in the New Star program, I set up my lightboxes in the bathroom and let a little water run.
Black Spring Venue
Oct 2021
In response to the impact of the pandemic, New Taitong Paradise centers its theme on faith, highlighting Animism and life philosophy. In resonance with this, Black Spring paintings transform into lightboxes—illuminating life’s questions and inviting deeper exploration.
3x3 Magazine Honorable Mentioned
Skin Off is an independently published art book—a collection of portrait paintings and stories about the people paintined by mosswater.