Elena Wang

As a printmaker, I believe that art is a powerful medium for exploring and expressing ideas. My work is deeply influenced by my cultural heritage, the beauty of nature, and my interpretation of the world around me.
My inspiration comes from the ordinary moments that we often overlook. I find beauty in the details of life - the patterns in nature, the texture of a leaf, or the color of the sky. These elements serve as starting points for my creations, sparking my imagination and guiding me through the process of transforming them into works of art.
At the core of my art is a blend of traditional Chinese philosophy and modern artistic practices. I draw inspiration from the principles of balance, harmony, and the idea of "nothingness" found in Chinese aesthetics. These concepts guide me in my choices of color, composition, and overall composition, aiming to create a sense of tranquility and harmony in my prints.
I also seek to merge my cultural background with contemporary artistic movements. I am constantly inspired by the works of innovative artists from around the world, whose ideas and techniques inform my own creative practice. This fusion allows me to create prints that are authentic to my cultural identity while remaining relev...

Graduated from Xiamen Arts and Crafts Academy of Fuzhou University in 2009, majoring in sculpture
Graduated from Printmaking Major of Xiamen University in 2023

In 2008,work "Jing" won the second prize of the first Fujian Sculpture Exhibition
In 2009, "Jing" was selected as the China Art Museum 2009-5-12 Praise Life --- 5.12 Wenchuan Earthquake Disaster Anti-theme Sculpture
In 2011, "Junior Hero Zhang Gaoqian" was selected as "Fujian Province's Major Historical Theme Art Exhibition"
In 2023, the work "Dawn" was selected as "Welcome to the Chinese New Year and Song Motherland" Quanzhou Art Works Exhibition