Monique Zhang

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Monique Zhang

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ARTIST BIO


Monique Zhang‬‭ is a Chinese-born artist living in Richmond, BC, Canada with her spouse. Her artistic‬‭ practice involves working with acrylic, oil, watercolour, and selected fabrics, and her journey began at the‬‭ age of 13 with an early passion for drawing and painting. Although she holds a degree in graphic design,‬‭ her artistic pursuits have always been deeply rooted in fine art.‬‭ 


Monique’s work explores the fundamental and formative moments of childhood, drawing from her creative‬‭ journey shaped by personal experiences of relocation and cultural transition. Her paintings weave‬‭ together dreamlike elements with a profound sense of emotional intimacy, evoking a delicate interplay‬‭ between memory and self-discovery. Currently, she is developing a series that investigates the concept of‬‭ regression to childhood, reflecting on its psychological dimensions and deeper meanings.‬‭ 


With a distinct visual language, her paintings have been acquired by private collectors and featured in‬‭ exhibitions, drawing attention for their evocative storytelling and timeless aesthetic. As she continues to‬‭ expand her artistic vision, Monique remains dedicated to creating work that resonates emotional‬ connection, offering a deeply personal yet universal experience.‬

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Artist Statement 

Education:‬

‭2022 - Emily Carr University Art + Design, Mixed Media Painting Course, Vancouver‬

‭2009 - Swirl Fine Art and Design, Encaustic Painting Workshop, Calgary‬

‭2006 - Alberta College of Art and Design, Oil Painting Techniques Course, Calgary‬

‭1989 - 1992 Harbin University, Undergraduate Degree in Graphic Design, China‬

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 Selected Group Exhibition:‬

2025 - "Art 4 Life" Port Moody Arts Centre, BC, Canada

2024 - “Allusive” Lipont Gallery, Richmond, BC, Canada‬

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 Private Collection and Commissions:‬

‭ 2024 Charcoal Emotions, kraft paper‬

‭ 2024 Daughter Portrait, oil on canvas‬

‭ 2023 Nature's Path, watercolour series‬

‭ 2022 Love Crunch, acrylic series‬

‭ 2021 Que Pasa, watercolour series‬

‭ 2013 Alberta Landscape, oil on canvas‬


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