Since the COVID-19 pandemic, pangolins and bats have been targeted as the root cause of the virus. Even though this theory has not been conclusively confirmed by scientists, it hasn’t stopped a trigger of racist slurs and attacks toward anyone with an Asian appearance. Pangolin is my main body of sculpture artworks, as it is not only a mammal but it has an anthropomorphic symbol about my personal values. My sculptures represent life, hope and positive energy – all attributes that I wish to send to the world via my works. Pangolin’s partner relates the concept of yin and yang, a relational concept in Chinese culture describing dualism; opposite or contrary forces may be interconnected and interdependent in the natural world. One side of the circle is a pangolin representing an Asian animal, and another side of the circle is a platypus representing an Australian animal. Both animals are depicted embracing each other in a yin and yang circle to represent the interconnectedness of humanity.

Material: Glazed Earthenware Ceramic 2021
Dimension: 17.5cm