I was born in an era of rapid Chinese urbanization and later moved to seven different cities across Asia, Europe and America.

Being exposed to multiple waves of culture and social shocks, I experienced the difficulty of navigating through unfamiliar environments at a very young age. Although overwhelming at times, the unique experience has enriched my understanding of diverse cultures, enabled me to value resonance with others, and shaped me into an empathetic researcher who seeks to honour human emotions.

As my most respected artist Isamu Noguchi once wrote: "To be hybrid anticipates the future."