“Amy Cunningham is a wonderful and conscientious teacher and artist, encouraging and advising me a lot.”
Please tell us a bit about your work and your influences
My work is an exploration of Chinese women’s identity based on the study of Chinese New Year paintings, and outside of my studies I volunteered at the 2023 Turner Prize and at compass art in Eastbourne, taking part in collaborative projects to incorporate my own artistic language!
Art work above:
- The Subconsious Power, Watercolor on Canvas 2023 20×20cm
- Environmental Friendliness, Acrylics on Canvas 2024 80×100cm
- Awakening, Oils on Canvas 2023 65×80cm
- Newborn, Watercolor on Paper 2023 21×30cm
Can you tell us about your favourite part of your studies and how it helped the development of you and your practice.
My favourite part of the course was the mentoring, where each student was assigned a mentor based on his or her field of study, during which the mentor communicated with me about my artwork and I was able to learn about the artist’s creative thinking and practice.
Were there any staff who particularly inspired you?
Amy Cunningham, who is a wonderful and conscientious teacher and artist, encouraging and advising me a lot.
What does Brighton mean to you now?
Brighton is the starting point and springboard for a new phase of my life, and I love it not only because of the city, but also because the University of Brighton is here!
What are your plans after graduation?
I would like to apply for an arts related job role to stay and work in the UK
Finally what would you say to anyone considering post-graduate study?
Postgraduate study at the University of Brighton is definitely a new experience in your life, with good teachers and a great learning environment, you are sure to get something out of it.
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