Website: http://kangyizhang.me/
Kangyi Zhang is a metal and jewelry artist whose work is deeply inspired by her emotions. Using metal as her medium of choice, she creates pieces that embody her personal narrative. Each work reflects a specific moment in her life, drawing inspiration from her surroundings and the people who have shaped her journey. The craftsmanship in this project encompass range of techniques, including forging, wax carving. With hand forging, she skillfully manipulates metal to create desired shapes and forms, imbuing each piece with a unique touch. Wax carving allows her to intricately carve and refine details to achieve an organic aesthetic. Project title: Penguin, Shrimp, Surrogacy This project is a personal interpretation based on the food chain and the processes and cases within the surrogacy industry. It presents a scenario in which a penguin seeks a shrimp as its surrogate mother, creating an unexpected imaginary situation that invites contemplation. This metaphorical exploration challenges prevailing social norms and encourages a reevaluation of the perspectives embedded within societal constructs.