Hybrid Horizons: Merging Perspectives in Contemporary Landscape

Mountains with Dark Clouds series, 2024
Mixed-media: Xuan paper collagraph prints and acrylic on canvas

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Artist Statement

As a guest on this traditional Indigenous land, I am deeply inspired by its breathtaking landscapes. My artistic practice pays homage to these vistas, engaging with broader dialogues about nature, culture, and the role of art in interpreting and respecting these themes. In my project, “Hybrid Horizons: Merging Perspectives in Contemporary Abstract Landscape,” I delve into the concept of hybridity, blending various artistic methods to forge a unique mixed-media approach. This synthesis involves integrating collagraph printmaking with painting techniques, emphasizing tactile engagement through the creative process.

Moreover, my artworks also draw inspiration from traditional Chinese painting concepts, creating an additional layer of cultural hybridity that bridges Eastern and Western artistic perspectives. This MFA journey represents both a technical challenge and a meditative exploration, with each piece acting as a gateway to immersive and reflective experiences. Ultimately, this project strives to expand our understanding of art’s capabilities at the nexus of diverse cultural and disciplinary landscapes.

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Related Works in the Thesis Project

A Long Long Time Alone, 2024
1.9 x 3.5 meters
Mixed-media: Xuan paper collagraph prints and acrylic on wood panels