About me
Zhang Yaxuan typically creates works using mixed media, producing absurd and humorous pieces. Her inspiration mainly comes from observations of life and society, discussing the relationship between humans and nature, exploring the essence of things, and presenting them to the audience in an intuitive and simple way, making their thoughts become part of the work as well. Her works are particularly influenced by Conceptual art, strongly pursuing the meaning within the work while weakening traditional aesthetics. As an artist, her wish is to bridge the gap between the audience and art, creating art that everyone can understand.
CV
Nanyang Academy of Fine Art | 2023-2026
Diploma in fine arts
Mastered various artistic creation techniques including printmaking, cultivating artistic thinking. Gained knowledge of art history and developed critical thinking in art.
Exhibitions
2024 NAFA's first-year group exhibition, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
2024 Formative Assessment exhibition, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
Academic Participation
2024 Bani Haykal’s “The Encrypted Choir” Workshop, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
2024 Southeast Asian Arts Clinic XI – Anagard: From Nasi Padang to The World, The Ngee Ann Kongsi Galleries 1 & 2
Artist bio
Zhang Yaxuan is a Chinese contemporary artist currently studying for a Diploma in Fine Arts at NAFA (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts) in Singapore. She has exhibited her work in NAFA's first-year group exhibition, and one of her works, ‘Happy Birthday’, has been collected by artist Ezzam Rahman. Zhang Yaxuan's work is often not limited by material or medium, and she specializes in using mixed materials to create her works. She investigates the objects and emotions of life, often using a direct and humorous approach to present the subject matter to the viewer.