Across my life, I have heard many voices offer definitions of what a “Chinese-American” artist is, and like this composition’s hero, I am in the process of discovering my authentic self.

I chose to imitate several parts from my mentor poem, Dinosaurs in the Hood by Danez Smith.

My mom smiles as I come up to take a photo of her, embarrassed and worried that she doesn’t look good.

“Your time to go” is a duet inspired by the themes of loss, grief, and despair that accompany parting.

"Again" is a song that expresses the rebirth and rejoicing of life, especially after hardship or devastation.

My 2d hand drawn animated film “Cindy Undead” follows a mysterious supermodel, Cindy Devereux, who constantly falls apart and sews herself back together until the breaking point.

This word demonstrates the gap in how people often carry thoughts and feelings that they do not show.