“As an artist, I am constantly drawn to the rich history and limitless potential of ink painting. My passion for this ancient medium has led me on a journey of experimentation and exploration, fusing traditional techniques with contemporary mediums and unconventional tools.

One of my unique approaches to creating art is my collaboration with unexpected partners. I find inspiration in the organic and unpredictable forms of nature, and often work in tandem with trees to create abstract compositions. I also enjoy using non-traditional tools such as remote control cars and toy robots, infusing my works with a playful and whimsical energy.

Through this unorthodox approach, I seek to challenge the boundaries of traditional ink painting and explore new depths of creativity. I embrace the fluidity and spontaneity of movement, allowing chance and improvisation to play a role in my works.

My creative process is one of constant experimentation and exploration, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with ink painting. By embracing the unexpected and collaborating with the world around me, I seek to create works that are truly unique and reflective of my passion for this ancient medium.

Ultimately, my art is a reflection of my deep respect for the rich history and limitless potential of ink painting, and my unwavering commitment to exploring its endless possibilities.” SHIH YUN 2023

“Ink on paper is one of civilisation’s oldest artistic media, emerging in China over two millennia ago. In recent decades, as social and economic change engulfed China and globalisation popularised alternative expressive techniques, Western styles have increasingly been embraced by the country’s artists, with ink and its aesthetic eclipsed in the process. As a result of this challenge, artists working with ink are actively renewing their medium while others seek new voice for its aesthetic. Yeo Shih Yun—whose acrylics are inspired by the ink tradition—discusses the ancient medium and her faith in its ability to move forward expressively and conceptually.” - Kelley Cheng