Thank you for stopping by my gallery.

I'm Melody (Yiru) Chen, born in 2001, and I'm a feminist artist based in New York. I earned my BFA in art from USC Roski, and currently, I'm working towards my MFA degree in the SVA Illustration program.

My artistic practice revolves around digital illustration, painting, and video art, all of which I use to delve into pressing social issues. I explore topics like gender and period shaming, as well as the intricate positioning of women in our patriarchal society. In my work, I incorporate symbolic objects to highlight the challenges women face concerning their own bodies. I aim to draw attention to the profound impact of industrialization on female bodies and the lack of emphasis on sex education in our society.

Contact:

Email: melodychenyr@gmail.com

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