About the Artwork: To celebrate Asian Pacific American month, Murielle created six pieces that each reflect a stereotype experienced by most Asian woman. Exotic is the third piece in this collection, which confronts people who look at Asian woman and pursue them for their "exotic" appearances. Through this collection of artwork, Murielle wanted to empower other Asian women to be strong and proud.
"As an Asian American artist, I didn't really have much guidance growing up because I simply didn't see any representation in the artist world. Of course, I knew that Asian artists do exist, but I would have to do a deep dive into the media for it. I create art for both the beauty of it as well as to educate others on issues such as representation and climate change." - Murielle Danant-Fung
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About the Artist : Murielle Danant-Fung is an Asian American artist who is passionate about making a difference in the world through her art. She hopes to create a brand and a signature style for herself. She believes that art is powerful and can drive emotions in people. She also uses her art to address social issues such as climate change. In 2019, she created an 8-page Climate Change Book to illustrate the impact of climate change on animals in each continent and the Great Barrier Reef. To see more of Murielle's art, visit her website or find her on instagram (@artsymuri).
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