Van Gogh CAT

Starry Cats is a series of works in which I combine Van Gogh’s paintings with lovely cats. I love Vincent’s passion and romance for life. Moreover, I find inspiration in the uniqueness of his portrayal of natural elements—trees, mountains, stars, and the moon. As a cat lover, I feel fortunate to have these companions in my life, inspiring me to capture the affective connection between humans and nature in my art. I always wonder: had Van Gogh had a cat, would it have brought him comfort in his turbulent life? With this in mind, I immerse my beloved cats in Van Gogh’s world, hoping to bridge the gap between their time and mine and wishing that they could communicate across time and space in that invisible world.

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Art is my way of sensing my own existence and perceiving the world, offering a space for sensitivity and vulnerability. During the process of making, narratives of life naturally emerge, giving voice to emotions, memories, and experiences that are difficult to express in words. Encounters between my inner world and the world around me create visions that feel both meditative and alive. When I paint, I feel as if the whole world is my sketchbook.

I am a painter with over a decade of experience and hold a Master of Fine Arts from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Since 2023, I have exhibited in both group and solo exhibitions, including at L27 Art Gallery, Queen Victoria Women’s Centre, No Vacancy Gallery, Brunswick Street Gallery, GALLERYGALLERY INC, and the Museum of Chinese Australian History. My graduate work has been recognised with the Yarra Branch Award from the Australian Decorative & Fine Arts Society.