.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara is a pioneering figure in the contemporary art world. He is best known for his portraits of childlike figures: enigmatic and rebellious, fearlessly reflecting on the inner self. . . The influences for Yoshitomo Nara's work range from his childhood, music, studying abroad in Germany, and literature. However, one of… Continue reading Artist Spotlight: Yoshitomo Nara
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Eurocentric literature often dominates traditional English classes. Because of this, it is important to make an effort to read novels from diverse authors and backgrounds. This includes authors from Asian descent, which you'll see here today. Here are my three favorite (must-read) books from Asian and Asian-American authors! Crying in H Mart by Michelle… Continue reading 3 Must-Read Books by Asian and Asian American Authors
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Phantasmic imagery, thought-provoking narratives, chaotic yet structured. These are words which best describe the paintings of contemporary artist, James Jean. Born in Taiwan, Jean grew up in the U.S. and graduated from the School of Visual Arts in New York. He used to be a comic book artist, gaining fame through his cover art… Continue reading Artist Spotlight: James Jean
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Though caucasian faces still dominate the music world, the industry has been gaining more diversity. 2018 is when Asian pop artists, such as BTS or Blackpink, became the global phenomenon that propelled K-POP into the mainstream. In K-POP, these boy and girl groups are owned by powerful music labels, who use effective marketing strategies… Continue reading 3 Rising AAPI Artists You Need To Listen To
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Ai Yazawa’s Nana is a timeless classic in the world of shoujo anime. As if tied by fate, two women—Nana Komatsu and Nana Osaki—cross paths on a train, each looking to forge their own identity in the city. Komatsu seeks to pursue a life without relying on romantic validation. Osaki seeks to pursue her… Continue reading Ai Yazawa’s NANA: Blending Fashion and Film
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ The Farewell (2019) is a film by Lulu Wang which centers on family, tradition, and identity. Billi, a Chinese-American, learns that her grandmother Nai Nai only has a few weeks to live. However, it is tradition that the family must keep her illness secret. To be together before Nai Nai's death, the family reunites in… Continue reading ‘The Farewell’: An Authentic Tale of Chinese-American Identity
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ A blank sheet of paper. You struggle to lift your pencil off the ground, taunted by the endless, white void. But when you finally start drawing, the eraser takes over. That line isn't straight enough, that circle is uneven, that eye is horrendous. Your paper wrinkles from the meticulous erasing and grows into a… Continue reading How to Enjoy Making Art Again
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Street fashion is more than just clothing. It is a bold form of self expression, showcasing one's unique identity without fear of judgment. From fashion weeks in Seoul to streetwear photographers amassing at Asia's shopping districts, Asian street fashion has caught attention from all over the world. It combines fashion with diverse cultural identities,… Continue reading Street Fashion Across Asia: The Art of Self Expression
.⋆｡⋆༶⋆˙⊹ Studio Ghibli is a Japanese animation film studio created by Hayao Miyazaki. Whether centered around mythical beasts, war, or familial bonds, Ghibli films are, with lack of better words, magical. They allow us to take a pause in the chaotic whirlwind of our daily lives, even when dealing with the most fantastical of subjects.… Continue reading Studio Ghibli: Immersive Storytelling Through Animation
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