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Artist Statement:
Asian, Asian American, Chinese, Chinese American - What's the difference? How does the history of Chinese people in America affect who I am today. What responsibility do I have in making society a better place?
These are questions that today's youth are asking, and one that high school artists explore in this exhibition.
This exhibit highlights the different voices of Chinese American youth finding their sense of belonging in America. Artists' works encompass emotions that range from grief and isolation, to hope, empowerment, humor, and self-pride. The most prevalent themes address stereotypes encountered in daily life and at school.
View the artists' experiences through:
- photo collages that represent the artist's various communities
- comic strips that portray experiences growing up
- self-protraits
Artist Biography:
All artists attended the NEXYSC ExplorAsian Sumer Program 2009. Established in 2002 as an expansion of New England Chinese Youth Summer Camp, ExplorAsian is a weeklong, overnight summer program for students in grades 9-12 who are interested in learning about Chinese American history and identity, building leadership skills, and participating in arts and crafts and sports activities. The goal of the program is to empower youth to become leaders in their communities. ExplorAsian is sponsored by the Greater Boston Chinese Cultural Association.
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