I began appreciating Traditional Chinese Ink Painting when I was about eight years old, growing up in mainland China. My first attempt at oil painting occurred much later in life, when I relocated to Singapore in 2007 whilst enhancing my skill at My Art Space, originally located at their Tanjong Pagar studio.

Adapting to oil painting was a huge challenge because typically traditional Chinese artists would express their emotions by using few water colours on rice paper. In comparison western artists were more expressive with the various types of mediums, probably also due to cultural reasons. I recall in my early experiences that I was uncomfortable applying the western style but I quickly adapted to it. This is reflected in many of my pieces.

The philosophy of My Art Space appeals to me in so many ways. For the people at My Art Space it is a way of life, a way to come together with like-minded people who want to express themselves through art. The glass building allows the bright Singapore sun to shine through giving artists an abundance of light when painting. My Art Space is one of the finest art communities in Singapore and I love being part of it.