Sijia Chen - Using Her Art as a Bridge
Description
THE JEREMIAH SHOW Featuring Artist Sijia Chen. Sijia transforms the centuries-old craft of Chinese paper-cutting into vivid contemporary collage, painting, and large-scale sculpture.
"We are a human chain, linked through the years. We all left to pursue a better life."
Sijia and Jeremiah explore the significance of ancestry and heritage, exploring how understanding one's roots can shape identity and influence artistic expression. The conversation features artist Sijia Chen, who discusses her journey from Shantou, China, to the United States, and how her cultural background informs her work in paper cutting. The discussion underscores the significance of storytelling, the importance of sharing immigrant experiences, and the power of art in bridging cultural divides.
Takeaways
- Understanding our ancestry can provide valuable life lessons.
- Each generation has a growing number of ancestors, highlighting our shared history.
- Cultural identity is often explored through art and personal narratives.
- Sijia Chen's work reflects her journey and the immigrant experience.
- Art can serve as a bridge between cultures and generations.
- Public art projects can engage communities and reflect local stories.
- The significance of family connections in shaping identity is profound.
- Immigrant stories are essential to understanding the human experience.
- Art forms like paper cutting can be reinterpreted for contemporary audiences.
- Sharing stories fosters connection and understanding among diverse communities.
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Ancestry and Heritage
07:56 The Art of Paper Cutting and Cultural Identity
10:23 Journey of an Artist: Sijia Chen's Path
15:15 Understanding Shantou: A City of Tradition and Change
20:54 Connecting Through Art: Family and Ancestry
35:09 The Urgency of Sharing Immigrant Stories
41:31 Public Art and Community Engagement
A short film of Sijia’s work, created by the Victoria & Albert Museum, can be seen here:
On Instagram @Sijiachenart
https://www.instagram.com/sijiachenart/
Sijia Studio Website: www.sijiachen.com
YOU CAN SEE SIJIA CHEN’S ART AT RUBENSTEIN CHAN CONTEMPORARY ART
By Appointment Only
410 Palm Avenue, B3 Carpinteria, CA 93013
UNFOLD EXHIBIT
Dates of exhibit: September 13 - October 26
Featured Artists: Sijia Chen, Chiho Harazaki, Kaoru Mansour
Website: https://www.rubensteinchan.com/
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubenstein_chan
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