Anna Yao Mei is a Chinese-born Australian artist based in Melbourne. Working primarily with traditional mediums, she creates scenes infused with vibrant color and emotion. Her work frequently explores themes of the strange, the unsettling, and the macabre, inviting viewers to navigate these emotions alongside her. Anna has exhibited in group shows with No Vacancy, fortyfivedownstairs, and untether gallery + studio. She has also undertaken creative projects including wine label design and editorial illustration for Lateral magazine.