graphic and mixed media

00 “the etching of sao I”, 2024, stop motion, photography, drawing

on, drawing

“I never found things that are supposed to bring a lot of joy actually joyful. I used to think being desperate carries more depth. I found everything hard to do. I was wrong. I am happy now but parts of me cling to the past which includes the freedom to solitude.”

“2017 onwards” II uses a more vibrant colour palette compared to I since it portrays a more carefree and joyful life during childhood.

These two artworks, “What are Highs, what are Lows” were made during the trip she deemed an undefined mixture of therapeutic and lethargic experiences. They were named after a comparatively unusual occasion when she unconsciously practised the manipulation of two languages at her grandpa’s funeral: her mother tongue and English: “pha lê” (Crystal) and “highs”. This Diptych depicts the distinct effects two people receive when finding serenity and happiness: one with artificial highs and one with natural highs.