Artists in Dialogue

The Center works with artists whose practices engage substantively with questions of cultural positioning, aesthetic translation, and transnational artistic identity.

Li Ning
Li Ning is a visual artist and art educator whose practice explores the intersections of traditional East Asian aesthetics and contemporary photographic investigation
Yuri Elperin
Yuri Elperin's artistic practice represents a profound and expansive exploration of history, culture, and spiritual belief. His work, spanning several decades, reflects not only his personal journey but also an artist's sustained inquiry into humanity's collective memory and universal spiritual values.
Wenli Yang
As an immigrant moving between cities, Wenli's work explores self-identity and the fundamental question: who am I? She seeks to share this experience and find meaning in human existence. Her practice emphasizes multi-visual effects, exploring diverse expressive methods to create visually compelling work. She also addresses critical contemporary issues including climate change and women's social identity, using art to raise awareness and inspire engagement.
Roy Hoh
Roy is a Vancouver-based visual artist, photographer, and art educator whose practice investigates cultural displacement, botanical migration, and the aesthetics of belonging. A registered artist with the Canada Council for the Arts and board member of the Canadian International Photography Association, his work spans photography, mixed media, printmaking, and contemporary painting.
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